Women are reputed never to be disgusted. The sad fact is that they often are, but not with men following the lead of men, they are most often disgusted with themselves.

Summary

This quote suggests that women are often perceived as not being disgusted by various things. However, it acknowledges that women do experience disgust at times, but not necessarily solely directed towards men. Instead, the quote implies that women are more likely to feel disgusted with themselves, perhaps due to societal expectations or self-criticism. This interpretation highlights the possibility that women may internalize negative emotions and turn them inward rather than outwardly expressing disgust towards others.

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