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Cynical Quote by Judith McNaught

“Maybe I ought to do exactly what I told Nick I was going to do and pursue you myself." Lauren smiled. "I have a feeling you're as jaded and cynical as he is." He looked so stung that she added teasingly, "Well,you are-but still very attractive,for all that." "Thanks," he said dryly.” quote by Judith McNaught
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““Maybe I ought to do exactly what I told Nick I was going to do and pursue you myself." Lauren smiled. "I have a feeling you're as jaded and cynical as he is." He looked so stung that she added teasingly, "Well,you are-but still very attractive,for all that." "Thanks," he said dryly.””

Judith McNaught

About This Quote

Source Novel: Unknown title, likely romance fiction

The speaker suggests confronting a love interest directly, despite cynicism, mixing teasing with attraction.

In simple terms: Be bold in love despite doubts.

Key Takeaway

Pursue love directly.

Themes

romance confidence teasing

Mood

playful flirty

Type

romantic conversational

When to use this quote

  • first date
  • conflict resolution
  • self‑esteem challenges

Key Concepts

courtship cynicism attraction

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would you say to a skeptical lover?
  • How does teasing affect attraction?
A Different Perspective

Directness can be misinterpreted; risk of rejection.

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