Quote by Oscar Wilde

I really don't see anything romantic in proposing. It is very romantic to be in love. But there is nothing romantic about a definite proposal. Why, one may be accepted. One usually is, I believe. Then the excitement is all over. The very essence of romance is uncertainty. If ever I get married, I'll certainly try to forget the fact.

I really don't see anything romantic in proposing. It is ver

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's perspective on proposals and marriage. They argue that proposals lack romance because they eliminate uncertainty once accepted. The speaker finds the excitement in the unknown, viewing marriage as potentially stifling that element of romance. They suggest that if they were to get married, they would try to overlook the fact of being married to preserve the essence of romance in their relationship.

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