Ernest Hemingway

The game of golf would lose a great deal if croquet mallets and billiard cues were allowed on the putting green.

American Novelist

Croquet is tough. People play for months because the rules are so bizarre. Those crazy English.

Croquet is usually played on grass in gardens, parks, or lawns.

Croquet is often associated with social gatherings and picnics.

Croquet has a traditional, somewhat old-fashioned image in British and American culture.

People commonly use 'croquet' to refer to leisurely playing the game, especially in summer.

Using 'croquet' as a verb implies a casual, informal match rather than a serious competition.

When someone suggests to 'croquet,' it's often an invitation to socialize and enjoy the outdoors.