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Sense and Sensibility ‧ 1811
There is something so amiable in the prejudices of a young mind, that one is sorry to see them give way to the reception of more general opinions.
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What it means
Our interpretation.
The speaker finds something endearing in the firm prejudices of youth, and feels regret when those views yield to broader, more common opinions. There is gentle irony: the biased opinions are charming because they are personal and vivid, while general opinions seem duller, safer, and a little sad to acquire.
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