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“Twenty-three and a quarter minutes past, Uncle Matthew was saying furiously, in precisely six and three-quarter minutes the damned fella will be late” quote by Nancy Mitford
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“Twenty-three and a quarter minutes past, Uncle Matthew was saying furiously, in precisely six and three-quarter minutes the damned fella will be late”

Nancy Mitford

About This Quote

Source Novel: Love in a Cold Climate by Nancy Mitford, 1949

A character anxiously predicts a friend's tardiness, highlighting the tension of time and expectation.

In simple terms: Someone worries about being late.

Key Takeaway

Plan ahead to reduce anxiety.

Themes

anxiety time anticipation

Mood

nervous anticipatory

Type

observational conversational

When to use this quote

  • meeting friends
  • work deadlines
  • travel schedules

Key Concepts

social dynamics punctuality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How often do you let timing worries dominate?
  • What can you do to stay calm when waiting?
A Different Perspective

Prediction may be inaccurate, causing unnecessary stress.

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