Quotation by

Erma Bombeck

Marriage has no guarantees. If that's what you're looking for, go live with a car battery.

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

The quote humorously suggests that marriage is unpredictable and comes with risks, unlike something mechanical that is reliable and consistent. It implies that if someone wants certainty and no surprises, they should choose something inanimate, like a car battery, rather than a human relationship.

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