Quote by Francoise Sagan

Marriage? It's like asparagus eaten with vinaigrette or hollandaise, a matter of taste but of no importance.

Marriage? It's like asparagus eaten with vinaigrette or holl

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This quote suggests that marriage is a subjective choice, much like the preference of eating asparagus with vinaigrette or hollandaise sauce. The comparison emphasizes that while personal taste plays a role in deciding to get married, it ultimately holds no significant importance. The speaker implies that marriage's value is subject to individual preferences and opinions, possibly highlighting a cynical or indifferent view towards the institution of marriage.

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