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There are three rings involved with marriage. The engagement ring, the wedding ring, and the suffering.
Woody Allen
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Interpretation

What this quote means

This quote humorously highlights the complexities and challenges of marriage beyond just the romantic aspects.

Woody Allen's quote cleverly contrasts the romantic symbols of engagement and wedding rings with the often unspoken difficulties that can come with marriage, represented here as 'suffering.' It suggests that while the early stages of marriage may be filled with excitement and love, the reality of long-term relationships can involve struggles and sacrifices that are an integral part of the commitment.

Themes

MarriageRelationshipsHumorCommitmentLove

In practice

Example use cases

During a wedding toast, you might share this quote to lighten the mood.

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