You can’t make a souffle rise twice.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that you can't repeat certain things in life. A souffle is a light, fluffy baked dish that rises when cooked, but it won't rise again if you try to bake it a second time. Similarly, some situations or opportunities in life only happen once, and you can't expect to have the same experience or outcome a second time.
About Alice Roosevelt Longworth
Alice Roosevelt Longworth, the eldest child of President Theodore Roosevelt, led an unconventional and controversial life. She was married to a Republican Party leader, but her only child was the result of an affair with a different senator. Her life story is full of intriguing details and surprises.
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He looks as though he’s been weaned on a pickle.
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