Ziolkowski Linguistics Quotes & Sayings

Who will consider that no dictionary of a living tongue ever can be perfect, since, while it is hastening to publication, some words are budding, and some falling away; that a whole life cannot be spent upon syntax and etymology, and that even a whole life would not be sufficient; that he, whose design includes whatever language can express, must often speak of what he does not understand. — Samuel Johnson

The world that you and I live in is increasingly challenged. Population growth, pollution, over-consumption, unsustainable patterns, social conflict, climate change, loss of nature ... these are not good stories. — Jack Dangermond

It always seemed much better to be a writer - a Real Writer - than a successful hack. — Edmund White

I say fuck marriage, but we can do it for these westerners and explain it to the gods later. — Darnell Lamont Walker

Supermarket tabloids and celebrity gossip shows are not just innocently shallow entertainment, but a fundamental part of a much larger movement that involves apathy, greed and hierarchy. — Joseph Gordon-Levitt

But I do believe that a woman's truest place is in a home, with a husband and with children, and with large freedom, pecuniary freedom, personal freedom, and the right to vote. — Lucy Stone

Never be sure unless you check it again ,double check and be safe all the time. — Saziso Lucas

Important moments like this are time to reflect. To remind us, sometimes, that it's not only important what you wear, but it's also important to be aware. — Kenneth Cole

I wish you'd quit going to the shadow market," Julian muttered. "it's dangerous there-"
"oh, NO," Emma said. "not danger, Mr. I-just-almost-bled-out-in-my-car. — Cassandra Clare