Quote by Oscar Wilde

Nowadays, all the married men live like bachelors, and all the bachelors like married men.

Nowadays, all the married men live like bachelors, and all t

Summary

This quote points to a shift in societal norms and behavior when it comes to relationships and marriage. It suggests that married men, instead of adhering to their roles and responsibilities as spouses, are behaving like bachelors, indicating a lack of commitment and devotion within marriages. Conversely, bachelors may be looking for stability and commitment, adopting qualities typically associated with married men. Overall, this quote highlights the changing dynamics and blurred lines between these two traditionally distinct demographics.

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Men

By Oscar Wilde

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