Lexicology Define Quotes & Sayings

Isn't the analogy with good manners perfect? Truly good manners are invisible: they ease the way for others, without drawing attention to themselves. It is no accident that the word 'punctilious' ('attentive to formality or etiquette') comes from the same original root word as punctuation. As we shall see, the practice of 'pointing' our writing has always been offered in a spirit of helpfulness, to underline meaning and prevent awkward misunderstandings between writer and reader. — Lynne Truss

I'd like to think I did well. I'd like to think that, if I had a must-win game, the guys I played with would want me to have the ball. But no, I don't think I deserve to be in the Hall of Fame. — Curt Schilling

Your "if" is the only peacemaker; much virtue in "if. — William Shakespeare

Gita and Ganga constitute the essence of Hinduism; one its theory and the other its practice. — Swami Vivekananda

Complaining is a sign that someone isn't willing to risk moving on a changeable situation, or won't consider the immutable circumstance in his or her plans. — David Allen

You have to keep adapting to the times. If you kind of go with it, it can kind of fun. — Billy Corgan

Sometimes when you least expect it, hope wiggles into your heart. — Lynn Plourde

To die for God is not a proof of faith in God. To die for an unknown and repulsive convict who is a victim of injustice, that is a proof of faith in God. — Simone Weil

An idea ran backward and forward in his head like a blind man, knocking over the solid furniture. — F Scott Fitzgerald

You honor our humble abode,' said Bean.
'I do, don't I,' said Peter with a smile. — Orson Scott Card