Cigarette Quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
“I have seen those symptoms before," said Holmes, throwing his cigarette into the fire. "Oscillation upon the pavement always means an affaire de coeur.”
About This Quote
Source Sherlock Holmes story, The Adventure of the Empty House
A detective interprets subtle signs, like pavement vibrations, as clues to emotional affairs.
In simple terms: Subtle clues reveal hidden emotions
Key Takeaway
Pay attention to minor details to uncover deeper truths
Themes
detective work
observation
human emotion
Mood
mysterious
analytical
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- investigation
- relationship counseling
- creative writing
Key Concepts
psychology
literary analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate meaningful signs from noise?
- What emotional cues do you overlook?
A Different Perspective
Not all subtle signs have clear meanings
