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Ambidextrous Quote by Patrick Rothfuss

“Wilem: 'What is the word for that here? A man who is intimate with both women and men?' 'Lucky?' Denna suggested. 'Tired? Ambidextrous?' 'Ambisextrous,' I corrected.” quote by Patrick Rothfuss
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““Wilem: 'What is the word for that here? A man who is intimate with both women and men?' 'Lucky?' Denna suggested. 'Tired? Ambidextrous?' 'Ambisextrous,' I corrected.””

Patrick Rothfuss

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Kingkiller Chronicle, 2011

Characters debate language for fluid sexuality, highlighting gaps in terminology.

In simple terms: Finding words for non‑binary attraction is hard.

Key Takeaway

Seek inclusive language.

Themes

language identity sexuality gender communication

Mood

thoughtful curious

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • social discourse
  • literary dialogue
  • personal identity

Key Concepts

Fluid sexuality lexical gaps

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does language shape understanding of sexuality?
  • Can new terms fully capture lived experience?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex identities.

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