--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I’m going to say a word, just for your…" description: "\"“I’m going to say a word, just for your general opinion and consideration,” he said, his light blue gaze touching hers. “I’m listening.” “Marriage.” Ze..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b86/suzanne-enoch-4768_light-blue_i-m-going-to-say-a-word-just-for-your-ge_1900058.png" --- # I’m going to say a word, just for your general opinion and… ![“I’m going to say a word, just for your general opinion and consideration,” he said, his light blue gaze touching hers. “I’m listening.” “Marriage.” Zephyr blinked. Had he actually just suggested a proposal? A marriage? With her? A thousand thoughts all flitted through her mind, none of them making…” quote by Suzanne Enoch](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b86/suzanne-enoch-4768_light-blue_i-m-going-to-say-a-word-just-for-your-ge_1900058.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b86/suzanne-enoch-4768_light-blue_i-m-going-to-say-a-word-just-for-your-ge_1900058.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b86/suzanne-enoch-4768_light-blue_i-m-going-to-say-a-word-just-for-your-ge_1900058.png) > ““I’m going to say a word, just for your general opinion and consideration,” he said, his light blue gaze touching hers. “I’m listening.” “Marriage.” Zephyr blinked. Had he actually just suggested a proposal? A marriage? With her? A thousand thoughts all flitted through her mind, none of them making any sense, but several of them centering on whether she was reading too much or too little into one blasted word. “I think”—she stumbled, backing away from him and toward the village—“that if you mean to ask a question, you should ask it. And you shouldn’t make it so stupidly ambiguous just on the chance that a negative response might embarrass you or wound your feelings.” “Is that so?” He stalked after her. “It is so. And another thing. Before you ask such a question, consider giving me—or whoever you intend on asking—a reason to say yes.”” [Suzanne Enoch](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/suzanne-enoch/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A character urges direct, clear communication in proposals, warning against ambiguity and urging a reasoned yes. **In simple terms:** Speak clearly and give a good reason when asking important questions. Key Takeaway Be direct and provide justification when proposing. Themes communication relationships clarity Mood thoughtful inquisitive Type advice conversational When to use this quote - dating - career negotiations - friendship offers Key Concepts proposal ambiguity assertiveness Questions to Reflect On - What reasons would make you say yes to a proposal? - How can you balance clarity with sensitivity? 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