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Buzzards Quote by Erma Bombeck

“I've exercised with women so thin that buzzards followed them to their cars.” quote by Erma Bombeck
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“I've exercised with women so thin that buzzards followed them to their cars.”

Erma Bombeck

About This Quote

Source Essay: "The Joy of Cooking" column, 1975

She humorously compares extremely thin women to buzzards, highlighting absurdity of extreme thinness.

In simple terms: Thin women attract unwanted attention.

Key Takeaway

Avoid glorifying unhealthy body standards.

Themes

body image humor societal pressure health beauty standards

Mood

wry critical reflective

Type

satirical observational

When to use this quote

  • advertising
  • fashion industry
  • social media
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

media influence self-esteem diet culture

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humor affect perception of body image?
  • What are healthier ways to discuss appearance?
A Different Perspective

May trivialize serious health issues.

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