Quote by H. L. Mencken

Bachelors know more about women than married men; if they didn't, they'd be married too.

Bachelors know more about women than married men; if they di

Summary

This quote suggests that unmarried individuals, particularly bachelors, have a deeper understanding of women compared to married men. It implies that these bachelors have acquired knowledge about women that allows them to remain single because if they were ignorant about women, they would have pursued marriage. Essentially, the quote implies that being unmarried grants certain insights and perceptions into the nature of women that might elude those who are married.

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By H. L. Mencken

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