Quote by Demetri Martin

I think it's interesting that 'cologne' rhymes with 'alone.'

I think it's interesting that 'cologne' rhymes with 'alone.'

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This quote points out an interesting linguistic observation about the words "cologne" and "alone" rhyming with each other. It highlights the interconnectedness of language and shows how two seemingly unrelated words can share a similar sound. It sparks curiosity and highlights the beauty and peculiarities of language.

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