Quote by Stephen King

she might have been pretty when she started out, but the world had moved on since then.

she might have been pretty when she started out, but the wor

Summary

This quote suggests that the person being referred to might have been attractive in the past, but due to the changing times and evolving circumstances, their appeal or relevance has diminished. It implies that external beauty or personal qualities can become less significant as time progresses and society undergoes transformation. Overall, the quote reflects the idea that someone's attractiveness or appeal can diminish in the face of changing expectations and standards.

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By Stephen King

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