Quote by Aldous Huxley

Walking and talking - that seemed a very odd way of spending an afternoon.

Walking and talking - that seemed a very odd way of spending

Summary

This quote suggests that the activity of walking and talking together is unconventional or unusual. It implies that the speaker finds it strange or unexpected to engage in such an activity for leisure or recreation. The quote might point to the speaker's preference for more conventional or traditional ways of spending their time and highlights their curiosity or skepticism towards this particular activity.

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By Aldous Huxley

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