Quote by Isabel Lucas

People instantly assume you can't have a platonic friendship with someone of the opposite sex. I think this may be specific to L.A. - or America.

People instantly assume you can't have a platonic friendship

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This quote suggests that there is a prevalent belief that it is impossible to have a purely platonic friendship with someone of the opposite sex, particularly in Los Angeles or America. The speaker implies that there is a tendency for people to assume that any relationship between a man and a woman must have romantic or sexual undertones, disregarding the potential for genuine friendship. The quote hints at a potential cultural bias or societal expectation influencing this perception, specifically in the mentioned location.

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