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“The two girls used to meet several times a day, and every time they met, Kitty's eyes said: "Who are you? What are you? Are you really the exquisite creature I imagine you to be? But for goodness' sake don't suppose," her eyes added, "that I would force my acquaintance on you, I simply admire you…” quote by Leo Tolstoy
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““The two girls used to meet several times a day, and every time they met, Kitty's eyes said: "Who are you? What are you? Are you really the exquisite creature I imagine you to be? But for goodness' sake don't suppose," her eyes added, "that I would force my acquaintance on you, I simply admire you and like you." "I like you too, and you're very, very sweet. And I should like you better still, if I had time," answered the eyes of the unknown girl.””

Leo Tolstoy

About This Quote

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

The passage explores curiosity and admiration in a shy, poetic exchange, highlighting the tension between desire and restraint.

In simple terms: A shy admiration with cautious curiosity.

Key Takeaway

Embrace honest admiration while respecting boundaries.

Themes

romance curiosity self‑discovery

Mood

introspective hopeful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • first encounters
  • confessing feelings
  • navigating uncertainty
  • balancing desire and respect

Key Concepts

poetic dialogue inner voice social interaction

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does true admiration look like?
  • How can we express interest without pressure?
A Different Perspective

Risk of misinterpretation or over‑romanticizing.

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