I was going home two hours ago, but was met by Mr. Griffith, who has kept me ever since. I will come within a pint of wine.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker describes being delayed by an acquaintance and jokingly notes their proximity to drinking wine.
- In plain terms
- I was late because I met someone, and I am close to having wine.
- What can you take from it?
- Social obligations often interrupt planned schedules.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle unexpected delays?
- What social obligations keep you from plans?
Another view
It relies on context about who Mr. Griffith is.
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