Like so many women for whom money has always been provided without their understanding how, she was prepared to be a thorough and irresponsible plunger.

Booth Tarkington
Like so many women for whom money has always been...
Like so many women for whom money has always been...
Like so many women for whom money has always been...
Like so many women for whom money has always been...
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This quote is often used to indicate that the person who is speaking has had one of their own in the position of being the caretaker for someone else. When someone in caretaker status is prepared to be a thorough and irresponsible plunger, they are prepared to take on the responsibility without thinking of the consequences. They are prepared to let their loved one down in order to make sure that their loved one remains in a good financial position.

Source: The Magnificent Ambersons

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