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ANDREW: You can take it from me that Tea's an engaging…

“ANDREW: You can take it from me that Tea's an engaging little trollop, and she suits me mightily. Mind you, she takes a bit of keeping up with, it's a good thing I'm pretty much of an Olympic sexual athlete. MILO: I suppose these days you're concentrating on the sprints rather than on the long…” quote by Anthony Shaffer
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““ANDREW: You can take it from me that Tea's an engaging little trollop, and she suits me mightily. Mind you, she takes a bit of keeping up with, it's a good thing I'm pretty much of an Olympic sexual athlete. MILO: I suppose these days you're concentrating on the sprints rather than on the long distance stuff. ANDREW: Not so, dear boy. I'm in the pink of condition. I could copulate for England at any distance. MILO: Well, they do say in Olympic circles, that the point is to take part, rather than to win, so I suppose there's hope for us all.””

Anthony Shaffer

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A character boasts about sexual stamina, comparing it humorously to Olympic endurance, and reflects on the value of participation over winning.

In simple terms: A boastful claim about sexual endurance and a comment on the importance of trying.

Key Takeaway

Embrace effort, not just outcomes.

Themes

humor sexuality competition self‑esteem

Mood

playful ironic

Type

dialogue comedic

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • sports banter
  • self‑confidence
  • social gatherings

Key Concepts

boasting Olympic metaphor participation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you equate personal worth with performance?
  • How does humor affect how we view competition?
A Different Perspective

Humor may mask insecurity or unrealistic expectations.

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