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“Sam said to me the other day, "I love you like 20 tyrannosauruses on 20 mountaintops," and this is the exact same way in which I love him.” quote by Anne Lamott
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“Sam said to me the other day, "I love you like 20 tyrannosauruses on 20 mountaintops," and this is the exact same way in which I love him.”

Anne Lamott

About This Quote

Source Novel: Blue Like Jazz, 2000

She uses a vivid, hyperbolic metaphor to express deep, playful love, comparing it to loving many massive dinosaurs on mountain tops.

In simple terms: She loves him with exaggerated, playful intensity.

Key Takeaway

Celebrate love with humor.

Themes

love humor metaphor

Mood

joyful affectionate

Type

romantic creative

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • writing workshops
  • friendship counseling

Key Concepts

hyperbole affection creative expression

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can humor strengthen intimacy?
  • When is hyperbole effective in expressing emotion?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may seem overly whimsical for serious contexts.

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