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“Love - well, not love at first sight, but love at the end of the season, which is so much more satisfactory.” quote by Oscar Wilde
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““Love - well, not love at first sight, but love at the end of the season, which is so much more satisfactory.””

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

Source Play: Lady Windermere’s Fan, Oscar Wilde, 1892

Love deepens over time, offering greater fulfillment than fleeting attraction.

In simple terms: Love grows with shared experiences.

Key Takeaway

Value long‑term connection over instant chemistry.

Themes

relationships love growth

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • friendship
  • long‑term partnership

Key Concepts

romantic idealism emotional maturity

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are you prioritizing depth over immediacy?
  • What does “seasonal love” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Instant attraction can be misleading; lasting love requires patience.

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