Quote by Samuel Johnson

There are few things that we so unwillingly give up, even in advanced age, as the supposition that we still have the power of ingratiating ourselves with the fair sex.

There are few things that we so unwillingly give up, even in

Summary

This quote suggests that as we age, we often struggle to let go of the belief that we can still charm and win over the opposite sex. It implies that this thinking is unrealistic and that we may hold onto it even when it no longer applies to us. The quote points to the reluctance we have in accepting our waning appeal, specifically towards women, as we get older.

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