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“And then when you go away, you may leave one or two of my sisters behind you; and I dare say I shall get husbands for them before the winter is over.'' "I thank you for my share of the favour,'' said Elizabeth, "But I do not particularly like your way of getting husbands.” quote by Jane Austen
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““And then when you go away, you may leave one or two of my sisters behind you; and I dare say I shall get husbands for them before the winter is over.'' "I thank you for my share of the favour,'' said Elizabeth, "But I do not particularly like your way of getting husbands.””

Jane Austen

About This Quote

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

Leaving behind loved ones may result in arranging marriages for them before winter ends.

In simple terms: You may arrange futures for others.

Key Takeaway

Consider others’ futures.

Themes

family duty marriage

Mood

thoughtful empathetic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • family planning
  • social matchmaking
  • career moves

Key Concepts

social expectations gender roles

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you respect others’ autonomy?
  • How do you balance duty and freedom?
A Different Perspective

Assuming control over others’ lives can be presumptuous.

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