Quote by John Barrymore

My wife was too beautiful for words, but not for arguments.

My wife was too beautiful for words, but not for arguments.

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that despite the speaker's admiration for their wife's physical beauty, they often find themselves engaging in arguments with her. It highlights the paradoxical nature of their relationship, where the wife's attractiveness is undeniable, yet their disagreements and conflicts are frequent. It implies that beauty doesn't shield individuals from potential conflict in their relationships, emphasizing that appearance alone cannot determine the dynamics or challenges within a partnership.

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Argument & Debate

By John Barrymore

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