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What is the conflict in poem by adrienne rich living sin?

The conflict in Adrienne Rich's poem "Living Sin" is the speaker's internal struggle with her feelings of love and desire for another woman, which are prohibited by societal norms and expectations. This internal struggle creates a tension between the speaker's sense of duty and conformity, and her longing for freedom and fulfillment. The poem explores the themes of societal limitations, shame, and the yearning for authentic self-expression in the face of oppressive social conventions.

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