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“Poor
comfort!
comfort!
Austen - Emma
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“Poor
comfort!
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Richard
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Question:
What is the context in which the phrase "Poor comfort!" is being used?
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Answer (optional):
The phrase "Poor comfort!" is used in the context of a conversation about a man, presumably Dixon, who appears to favor music more than love and has a greater sensitivity to sound than to personal feelings. This man seems to prefer Miss Campbell's particular friend over Miss Campbell herself. The phrase suggests that the idea of your very particular friend being chosen over you by someone is hardly a comforting thought, hence "Poor comfort!"
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