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What does it mean?
The speaker describes a peculiar affection for something strange or unappealing.
In plain terms
She likes something weird and ugly.
What can you take from it?
People often love things others find odd.

Where it applies

  • describing eccentric taste
  • mocking affection

Putting it to work

  • writing character quirks
  • humorous description

Questions to consider

  • What counts as love?
  • Is this sincere?

Another view

It lacks clear context so the meaning is vague.

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