Quote by William Shakespeare

Maids want nothing but husbands, and when they have them, they want everything.

Maids want nothing but husbands, and when they have them, th

Summary

This quote humorously portrays a common stereotype about maids, suggesting that their primary desire is to get married. However, it also implies that once they do find a spouse, they become nagging and demanding, constantly seeking more and never truly satisfied. This statement seems to be drawing attention to the tendency some people may have to continually strive for more, even after achieving their initial goals.

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