Quote by Oscar Wilde

The world has grown suspicious of anything that looks like a happily married life.

The world has grown suspicious of anything that looks like a

Summary

This quote suggests that in today's society, people have become distrustful or skeptical of relationships or individuals who appear to have a content and fulfilling married life. It implies that there is a general lack of belief or optimism regarding successful marriages and possibly a prevailing assumption that such happiness may be unattainable or merely an illusion. Thus, the quote highlights the prevailing pessimistic attitude that exists towards romantic partnerships in contemporary times.

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By Oscar Wilde

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