Quote by Orson Scott Card

No man can bear to live with a woman who speaks nothing but the truth to him.

No man can bear to live with a woman who speaks nothing but

Summary

This quote suggests that a man cannot tolerate or sustain a relationship with a woman who always speaks the truth to him. It implies that lies, half-truths, or deviations from the truth are necessary elements in a male-female relationship. It may reflect the fear or discomfort some individuals feel about facing the unfiltered reality or hard truths within a partnership. The quote's brevity leaves room for interpretation, but it seems to highlight the potential challenges of complete honesty in romantic relationships.

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