A scene from Meet Me in St. Louis 1944
Rose

If there ever was a time we definitely needed every ounce of allure, it's tonight. If we're going to wreck Lucille Ballard's evening, we've simply got to be a sensation.

Esther

Rose, don't you think I could be a sensation without the corset?

Rose

You're competing with an Eastern girl. I'll wager Lucille Ballard doesn't make a move without a corset.

Esther

Well, I certainly don't relish wearing this thing. But pride has come to the rescue. For tonight, I'll do anything.

Rose

It'll be worth it. If we can create a breathtaking effect, it'll be simple to monopolize all the worthwhile men.

Esther

Exactly. There are only going to be about twenty boys worth looking at anyway. We can certainly handle twenty men. I should hope! Can you handle ten?

Rose

Seven or eight.

Esther

If you'll guarantee eight, I can handle the rest of them.

Rose

What about John Truett?

Esther

Oh, I'll devote myself to John. But in between times, I'm going to make my presence felt amongst the others.

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