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Cheese Quote by Jerome K. Jerome

“Splendid cheeses they were, ripe and mellow, and with a two hundred horse-power scent about them that might have been warranted to carry three miles, and knock a man over at two hundred yards.” quote by Jerome K. Jerome
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“Splendid cheeses they were, ripe and mellow, and with a two hundred horse-power scent about them that might have been warranted to carry three miles, and knock a man over at two hundred yards.”

Jerome K. Jerome

About This Quote

Source Novel: Three Men in a Boat, 1889

Excessively strong aromas can be overwhelming, turning a pleasant experience into a forceful one.

In simple terms: Strong smells can overpower.

Key Takeaway

Balance intensity in sensory experiences.

Themes

humor sensory excess overwhelm

Mood

lighthearted observational

Type

humorous satirical

When to use this quote

  • cooking
  • perfume design
  • marketing
  • environmental design

Key Concepts

Literature sensory perception humor

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you felt sensory overload?
  • How can you moderate intensity for comfort?
A Different Perspective

Too much intensity may cause discomfort or aversion.

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