"He was a tubby little chap who looked as if he had been poured into his clothes and had forgotten to say "when!""
- P. G. Wodehouse
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This quote is from the British author P. G. Wodehouse and is explaining a character in one of his stories. The quote paints a vibrant image of a little, round male who is wearing clothing that are too tight for him. It implies that he is so round that he was actually put into his clothing and that he was so distracted that he forgot to stop when he was done. This description suggests that the character is a bit clumsy and preoccupied, which he is not especially interested in his appearance. It also implies that he is a little bit of a jolly fellow, as he is not too troubled by his clothes scenario. In general, this quote paints an amusing and capitivating picture of a character who is a bit clumsy and absent-minded, but still manages to be a joyful and adorable individual.
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