caroline bingley
definitions
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A fictional character in Jane Austen's 1813 novel Pride and Prejudice, characterized by her ambition, social climbing, and rivalry with Elizabeth Bennet.en: A fictional character in Jane Austen's 1813 novel Pride and Prejudice, characterized by her ambition, social climbing, and rivalry with Elizabeth Bennet.
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A literary archetype or metaphorical reference to a vain, socially ambitious woman who employs manipulation and superficial charm to advance her marital prospects.en: A literary archetype or metaphorical reference to a vain, socially ambitious woman who employs manipulation and superficial charm to advance her marital prospects.
examples
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Caroline Bingley constantly flattered Mr. Darcy in hopes of securing his attention.
Caroline Bingley constantly flattered Mr. Darcy in hopes of securing his attention.
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In modern satire, she is often described as a real-life Caroline Bingley due to her relentless pursuit of high society connections.
In modern satire, she is often described as a real-life Caroline Bingley due to her relentless pursuit of high society connections.