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Dream Quote by Virginia Woolf

“He smiled the most exquisite smile, veiled by memory, tinged by dreams.” quote by Virginia Woolf
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“He smiled the most exquisite smile, veiled by memory, tinged by dreams.”

Virginia Woolf

About This Quote

Source Novel: Mrs Dalloway by Virginia Woolf, 1925

A smile, shaped by memory and dreams, carries deep, layered meaning.

In simple terms: Dream‑tinted smiles reveal inner worlds.

Key Takeaway

Notice the stories behind expressions.

Themes

memory dreams emotion

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary poetic

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • art criticism
  • writing therapy

Key Concepts

Modernism psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What memories does a smile evoke for you?
  • How do dreams color your perception?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations may differ per observer.

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