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Age Quote by Douglas MacArthur

“Never ask age of a woman.” quote by Douglas MacArthur
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“Never ask age of a woman.”

Douglas MacArthur

About This Quote

Source Speech: Address to Women, 1945

He advises against asking a woman’s age, implying it’s impolite or irrelevant.

In simple terms: Don’t ask a woman’s age.

Key Takeaway

Respect personal boundaries.

Themes

respect gender norms privacy

Mood

polite cautious

Type

advice cultural

When to use this quote

  • social gatherings
  • professional settings

Key Concepts

social etiquette ageism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why is age considered sensitive?
  • When is age discussion appropriate?
A Different Perspective

Age can be relevant in some contexts.

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