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Only a struggle twists sentimentality and lust together into love
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"Only a struggle twists sentimentality and lust together into love"

- E. M. Forster

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This quote by E. M. Forster talks to the concept that love is not something that is quickly accomplished. It is something that must be worked for and fought for. Love is not just a feeling of sentimentality or lust, but rather a mix of both. It is only through the struggle of working to understand and value one another that real love can be accomplished. This quote suggests that love is not something that can be taken for granted, however rather something that must be made through effort and dedication. It is just through the battle of understanding and valuing one another that true love can be achieved. This quote speaks to the concept that love is not something that can be taken for given, however rather something that needs to be made through effort and commitment.

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E. M. Forster This quote is written / told by E. M. Forster between January 1, 1879 and June 7, 1970. He was a famous Novelist from England. The author also have 69 other quotes.

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