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“I am afraid that she is a coquette, for she is always flirting with the wind.” quote by Oscar Wilde
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““I am afraid that she is a coquette, for she is always flirting with the wind.””

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

Source Play: Lady Windermere's Fan, 1892

She is a flirt, chasing fleeting fantasies.

In simple terms: She flirts with empty promises.

Key Takeaway

Beware superficial allure.

Themes

flirtation illusion society

Mood

wry observational

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • social gatherings
  • dating
  • self‑image

Key Concepts

coquette archetype ephemeral desire

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives endless flirtation?
  • How does it affect self‑esteem?
A Different Perspective

May trivialize genuine affection.

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