I am determined that only the deepest love will induce me into matrimony. So... I shall end an old maid, and teach your ten children to embroider cushions and play their instruments very ill.

Had I not been bound to silence I could have provided proof enough of a broken heart, even for you.

To look almost pretty is an acquisition of higher delight to a girl who has been looking plain for the first fifteen years of her life than a beauty from her cradle can ever receive.

I had a very pleasant evening, however, though you will probably find out that there was no particular reason for it; but I do not think it worthwhile to wait for enjoyment until there is some real opportunity for it.

I take no leave of you, Miss Bennet: I send no compliments to your mother. You deserve no such attention. I am most seriously displeased.

The mere habit of learning to love is the thing; and a teachableness of disposition in a young lady is a great blessing

You may only call me "Mrs. Darcy"... when you are completely, and perfectly, and incandescently happy.