Quote by Kingsley Amis

Outside every fat man there was an even fatter man trying to close in.

Outside every fat man there was an even fatter man trying to

Summary

This quote suggests that for every overweight person, there is someone else in their life who is even more overweight and constantly trying to surpass them in terms of weight. It highlights the competitive nature of human beings, even in regards to physical appearance. The quote may serve as a playful commentary on society's obsession with weight and body image, and how people often compare themselves to others in an endless pursuit of superiority.

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Diets And Dieting

By Kingsley Amis

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