If you live long enough, you'll see that every victory turns into a defeat.
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Marriage is a career which brings about more benefits than many others.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Marriage can be seen as a meaningful commitment that offers significant rewards in life.
Simone De Beauvoir's quote suggests that marriage is not just a personal relationship, but a serious commitment akin to a career that can yield numerous benefits. It highlights the idea that, like a profession, marriage involves responsibility, dedication, and effort, which can result in emotional, social, and even financial returns that enhance one's life experience.
Themes
MarriageCommitmentBenefitsRelationshipsCareer
In practice
Example use cases
In a wedding speech, one could quote this to emphasize the importance of marriage as a partnership.
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