Quote by Hector Hugh Munro

The cook was a good cook, as cooks go; and as cooks go, she went.

The cook was a good cook, as cooks go; and as cooks go, she

Summary

This quote humorously emphasizes the average skill and transient nature of cooks. It suggests that the cook in question was competent in her culinary abilities, but ultimately transient in her profession, moving from one place to another. It also implies that the cook's skill level and performance are relative to other cooks. Overall, the quote reflects the fleeting and ordinary nature of being a cook.

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By Hector Hugh Munro

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