But it was something else, too, that I wanted to extend: the taut and pleasant silence in the car, the stale heat raising vapours of leather. The warped image of myself in the side mirrors, so I caught only the quantity of hair, the freckled skin of my shoulder. I took on the shape of a girl. Emma Cline
About This Quote

Many people are afraid to get into a relationship because they are not sure how many things they will get. They are uncertain of who they are, what they want in life, and what kind of person is right for them. When you get into a relationship with someone, that means that you can finally be yourself and relax like you want to be. You can let go of the stress and pressure that you have been feeling as you try to find yourself and find your ideal partner.

The word "taut" means tight and tense, which describes the tightness between two people. It also describes the tension between two people as they try to figure out who they really are and if their partner is the right one for them.

Source: The Girls

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