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But on pretzel day... well, I like pretzel day.
— The Office (U.S.) · 2005
Behind the line
What it means
Our interpretation.
A modest ritual can carry a surprising share of someone’s happiness. Stanley needs no grand justification for looking forward to a free pretzel.
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In context
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In Initiation, Stanley explains why the annual pretzel giveaway matters to him. The admission contrasts the frustrations of his working life with one uncomplicated pleasure. His enthusiasm briefly changes the energy he usually brings to the office.
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- Initiation — wording and scene referenceInitiationReference checked
- Initiation — wording and scene referenceInitiationReference checked
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