Classic insult Quote by Dorothy Parker
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“If all the girls attending [the Yale prom] were laid end to end, I wouldn't be at all surprised.”
About This Quote
Source Film: The Yale Prom (fictional reference)
The speaker sarcastically suggests that the number of girls at the prom would be so great that it would be unsurprising if none attended.
In simple terms: Too many girls would be expected.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions about attendance.
Themes
sarcasm
social commentary
gender
Mood
wry
critical
Type
social
humorous
When to use this quote
- high‑school events
- social gatherings
- attendance expectations
Key Concepts
humor
exaggeration
Questions to Reflect On
- Is the comment meant to critique?
- What does it reveal about expectations?
A Different Perspective
Exaggeration may mislead; context matters.
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