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Widow Quotes

Quotes on widowhood, from grief to modern-day 'widows.'

The word widow carries real weight in this collection. One quote says it simply consumes itself, while another notes how rarely a widow's refusal of a suitor is stated outright, leaving room for hope anyway.

Widow. The word consumes itself.

Sylvia Plath

A widow's refusal of a lover is seldom so explicit as to exclude hope.

Quotes by Samuel Richardson

I was a campaign widow.

Quotes by Laura Moser

I get lonely when I'm a Playstation widow.

Quotes by Ashley Judd

Campaign Quotes

At Yves Saint Laurent, I felt like the son-in-law - like I was part of the family, but not quite. When I was fired, I felt like the widow.

Quotes by Alber Elbaz

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the quote about the word 'widow' mean?
It states that the word consumes itself, suggesting the term carries so much weight that it overtakes any other meaning once applied. It treats the label itself as heavy enough to define a person.
How is a widow's romantic life described in these quotes?
One quote observes that a widow's refusal of a new suitor is rarely explicit, leaving just enough ambiguity for hope to survive. It's a subtle read on how grief and openness to new relationships can coexist quietly.
What is a 'campaign widow' in this context?
It's a lighter, modern use of the word describing someone left alone repeatedly while a partner is consumed by political campaign work. The term borrows the loneliness of widowhood without the loss itself.
Is there a humorous use of 'widow' in this collection?
Yes, one quote describes feeling like a 'Playstation widow,' using the term to joke about loneliness caused by a partner's gaming habits rather than anything tragic. It shows how flexible the word has become in everyday speech.
Do any of these quotes treat widowhood seriously versus casually?
The collection mixes both: two quotes treat the word with real emotional gravity, while two use it playfully for modern relationship gripes. That contrast is part of what makes the topic worth exploring further.

Modern life stretches the word further, with lighter uses like campaign widow and Playstation widow describing everyday loneliness rather than loss. For related themes, see Exclude quotes or Explicit quotes.