I pay very little regard...to what any young person says on the subject of marriage. If they profess a disinclination for it, I only set it down that they have not yet seen the right person.
Jane AustenRead
Laugh as much as you choose, but you will not laugh me out of my opinion.
Interpretation
You can laugh at my views, but it won't change my beliefs.
This quote by Jane Austen emphasizes the strength of personal conviction and the resilience of one's opinions against external mockery. It suggests that while humor may be used to undermine someoneβs views, true belief and core principles are not easily swayed by laughter or derision.
In practice
During a debate, one might use this quote to reinforce the idea that personal beliefs should not be easily shaken by humor.
I pay very little regard...to what any young person says on the subject of marriage. If they profess a disinclination for it, I only set it down that they have not yet seen the right person.
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'It is my duty to warn you that it will be used against you,' cried the Inspector, with the magnificent fair play of the British criminal law.
The (method of) correction shall by a turn become distortion, and the good in it shall by a turn become evil.
Remember, it is not your weakness that will get in the way of God's working through you, but your delusions of strength. His strength is made perfect in our weakness! Point to His strength by being willing to admit your weakness.
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