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mahatmakanejeeves

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5. Qu'ils mangent de la fromage.

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Mon Jul 14, 2025, 06:30 PM

Jul 14

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The phrase "Let them eat cheese" is a misattributed quote, often mistakenly associated with Marie Antoinette, that is used to express disregard for the plight of the poor and suggests they should be content with less desirable alternatives. While the actual quote, "Qu'ils mangent de la brioche," is attributed to a French princess (possibly not Marie Antoinette) and refers to cake, the phrase "Let them eat cheese" is a modern interpretation used to highlight social inequality and economic hardship.

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Today, July 14, is National Mac and Cheese Day. [View all] mahatmakanejeeves Jul 14 OP

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Qu'ils mangent de la fromage. mahatmakanejeeves Jul 14 #5

Oh, Mac & Cheese! 🥰😄🥰 You said +Magic Words+! electric_blue68 Jul 14 #2

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