Quote by Jane Austen

If there is anything disagreeable going on men are always sure to get out of it

If there is anything disagreeable going on men are always su

Summary

This quote implies that when faced with something unpleasant or undesirable, men tend to find a way to distance themselves from the situation. It suggests that men instinctively try to avoid or escape from any disagreeable circumstances, possibly to protect their individual well-being or preserve their comfort.

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Men

By Jane Austen

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