I’ve sometimes thought of marrying – and then I’ve thought again.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that the speaker has considered the idea of getting married, but after thinking about it more, they decided against it. The speaker seems to have gone back and forth on the decision, unable to fully commit to the idea of marriage. This quote reflects the internal struggle and uncertainty that some people may experience when contemplating a major life decision like marriage.
About Noel Coward
Sir Noel Peirce Cowardwas an English playwright, composer, director, actor, and singer, known for his wit, flamboyance, and what Time magazine called “a sense of personal style, a combination of cheek and chic, pose and poise”.
Coward attended a dance academy in London as a child, making his professional stage debut at the age of eleven.
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