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And then I asked him with my eyes to ask again yes and then he asked me would I yes and his heart was going like mad and
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"And then I asked him with my eyes to ask again yes and then he asked me would I yes and his heart was going like mad and yes I said yes I will yes"

- James Joyce

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In this quote, the speaker is explaining a moment of extreme feeling and anticipation. They are interacting with somebody through their eyes, without speaking. The other person then asks a question, and the speaker's heart is racing with enjoyment. The question is duplicated, and the speaker reacts with a definite "yes." This exchange is filled with enthusiasm and a sense of seriousness, as if the speaker has been awaiting this moment and is lastly able to give their answer. The repetition of "yes" highlights the speaker's certainty and determination. In general, this quote captures the strength and power of nonverbal communication and the frustrating feeling of stating "yes" to something crucial.

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James Joyce This quote is written / told by James Joyce between February 2, 1882 and January 13, 1941. He was a famous Novelist from Ireland. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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