Quote by Nancy Astor

I refuse to admit that I am more than 52, even if that makes my children illegitimate.

I refuse to admit that I am more than 52, even if that makes

Summary

In this quote, the speaker humorously expresses their stubborn denial of being older than 52. They are willing to go to the extent of declaring their own children illegitimate rather than admitting their true age. This statement can be seen as a playful way of refusing to give in to societal expectations or personal insecurities associated with getting older. It emphasizes the speaker's lightheartedness in refusing to conform to conventional notions of age.

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By Nancy Astor

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