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'Constancy' is the theme of the poem. Indicate the words, phrases, and images that suggest the theme.
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Solution
Constancy is not just the theme of the poem but also it is the most important thing in any and every relationship. In the poem, there are many such phrases that express this quality. A few of the expressions are listed below.
1. Love is not love which alters
2. Love is not love which … bends
3. It is an ever-fixed mark
4. Never shaken
5. Love's not time's fool
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