Two such as you with such a master speed, cannot be parted nor be swept away, from one another once you are agreed, that life is only life forevermore, together wing to wing and oar to oar.
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Love is an irresistible desire to be irresistibly desired.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Love is a powerful longing to be loved in return by someone you love.
This quote by Robert Frost encapsulates the essence of romantic love, emphasizing the compelling attraction and desire one feels towards another person. It suggests that love is not just about the emotion itself, but also about the deep yearning to be reciprocated, highlighting the interconnectedness of desire in human relationships.
Themes
LoveDesireRomanceAttractionRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about the nature of love at a wedding.
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