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When the grandmothers of today hear the word Chippendales, they dont necessary think of chairs
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"When the grandmothers of today hear the word "Chippendales," they don't necessary think of chairs"

- Jean Kerr

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This quote by Jean Kerr is an amusing observation about the generational differences in the way people analyze the word "Chippendales". The term "Chippendales" is normally associated with a male dance troupe, however for older generations, it might evoke the furnishings design of the same name. Kerr is recommending that when grandmothers hear the word "Chippendales", they do not necessarily consider the dance troupe, however rather the furnishings design. This is likely due to the reality that the furniture style has actually been around for centuries, while the dance troupe is a reasonably current phenomenon. Kerr's quote is an amusing method of pointing out the generational distinctions in the way individuals interpret the same word. It also works as a suggestion that language and its meanings can alter with time, which it is important to be knowledgeable about these modifications.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Jean Kerr between July 10, 1923 and January 5, 2003. He/she was a famous Playwright from USA. The author also have 20 other quotes.

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