This line suggests that the love between Romeo and Juliet is doomed to end in tragedy. The phrase "star-cross'd" suggests that the lovers are destined to be together, but that their love will ultimately lead to their downfall.
* "These violent delights have violent ends/ And in their triumph die, like fire and powder." (II.vi.9-10)
This line foreshadows the tragic end of Romeo and Juliet's love. It suggests that their passion for each other is too intense and will eventually lead to their destruction.
* "But soft, what light through yonder window breaks?/ It is the east, and Juliet is the sun." (II.ii.2-3)
This line suggests that Romeo's love for Juliet will be his undoing. He is so blinded by her beauty that he fails to see the danger in their relationship.
* "Then I defy you, stars!" (V.i.24)
This line shows Romeo's defiance of fate. He believes that he can escape the tragic destiny that has been predicted for him and Juliet. However, his defiance is ultimately futile, and he and Juliet meet their tragic end.