Exclusiveness is a characteristic of recent riches, high society, and the skunk.

Summary

This quote suggests that exclusiveness is often associated with wealth, social status, and negative qualities, similar to a skunk's foul odor. It implies that individuals with recent wealth or a high societal position tend to create boundaries, both social and economic, to preserve their elite status. The comparison to a skunk's exclusivity alludes to the unpleasant nature that can accompany exclusiveness, implying that it may be exclusionary or undesirable to those outside of these privileged circles.

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