Fluttered Quote by Cassandra Clare
““Ty leaned against one of the pillars. His hands fluttered at his sides like night butterflies.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Clockwork Angel, The Mortal Instruments, 2007
A character feels fragile and nervous, likened to delicate night butterflies fluttering at his sides.
In simple terms: He feels fragile and nervous.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and soothe nervous tension.
Themes
vulnerability
anxiety
imagery
Mood
anxious
poetic
Type
literary
descriptive
When to use this quote
- personal stress
- public speaking
- first dates
- interviews
Key Concepts
characterization
metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you calm nervous energy?
- What physical cues reveal inner tension?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may romanticize anxiety, overlooking practical coping.
