Marriage quote by Groucho Marx

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Marriage is a wonderful institution, but who wants to live in an institution?
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"Marriage is a wonderful institution, but who wants to live in an institution?"

- Groucho Marx

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This quote by Groucho Marx uses a humorous take on the idea of marriage, which is frequently seen as a traditional and official organization. While acknowledging the positive aspects of marital relationship, such as companionship and love, Marx likewise highlights the prospective downsides of living within the boundaries of a structured system. He may be recommending that the idea of devoting oneself to another individual for life can appear limiting, which individuals might value their self-reliance and individual liberties over conforming to societal expectations. In addition, the use of the word "institution" could likewise indicate a lack of spontaneity or creativity within the framework of marital relationship.

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Groucho Marx This quote is written / told by Groucho Marx between October 2, 1895 and August 19, 1977. She was a famous Comedian from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Marriage. The author also have 60 other quotes.

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