Famous Quotations

The phrase "laugh to keep from crying" is often attributed to musician and civil rights activist Billie Holiday. It reflects the idea of using humor or joy as a way to cope with or mask feelings of pain or sadness.

No, it is from a speech by Patrick Henry, given March 23, 1775, at St. John's Church in Richmond, Virginia. He is credited with having single-handedly convinced the Virginia House of Burgesses to pass a resolution delivering the Virginia troops to the Revolutionary War.

George Carlin, an American comedian, is often credited with this quote. It reflects the idea of finding solace and peace in the silence of the night, with only the moon providing companionship.

In the eternal Dream Time, there is no beginning or end, only a continuous cycle of creation, existence, and renewal. It is a spiritual realm where ancestral beings shape the natural world and where the past, present, and future converge. It represents the interconnectedness of all things and serves as a source of wisdom and guidance for Indigenous Australian cultures.

Gabriel Garcia Marquez -- Love In Times of Cholera

Bugsy Malone: Have you eaten?
Blousey Brown: Ever since I was a kid.
Bugsy Malone: Then how come you're so skinny, wisey?
Blousey Brown: Because I watch my weight.
Bugsy Malone: Yeah, I do that when I'm broke too.

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According to the Oxford Reference Online Quotation Dictionary, the quote, or also known as 'epitaph,' follows as thus:

Good friend, for Jesu's sake forbear
To dig the dust enclosed here.
Blest be the man that spares these stones,
And curst be he that moves mybones.

This short poem is inscribed on his grave which is located in the Holy Trinity Church at Stratford Upon Avon, England. As for the authorship of this particular epitaph, Shakespeare most likely wrote this himself.


"Epitaphs" Oxford Dictionary of Quotations. by Elizabeth Knowles. Oxford University Press Inc. Oxford Reference Online. Oxford University Press. University of Texas - Austin. 10 November 2009



I found this information at the Oxford Reference Onlinewhich is a subscription-based database that may be available at an academic library or a public library. If you don't have access to Oxford Reference Online, check in with your local public library because the reference services there will have additional sources that will certainly give you more information on Shakespeare and his life.


By:
Lela Ellison
Information Science Student
School of Information
University of Texas at Austin

This phrase suggests that outward appearances may change, but a person's core personality remains consistent. Just like a wolf sheds its coat every year but remains a wolf, people may undergo physical transformations, but their fundamental traits and characteristics endure.

People who want things but do not actually take the steps to achieve or gain said things will have a certain animosity towards the world. It's like the feeling that something in the world is against you, but it's really your lack of pro-activeness that is befalling you.

the person that laughs last laughs longest means that you laugh harder last

If a person plays a practical joke on somebody then that person may laugh at the others expense. But then if the victim then plays a practical joke on his tormentor then he will laugh better as not only is he amused but because he gets revenge - and revenge is sweet ohhh so sweet.

This quote is from the book "Jonathan Livingston Seagull" written by Richard Bach. It is a fable about a seagull learning about life and flight.

This phrase is from Shakespeare's play Macbeth and refers to the stirring of a witch's potion. It signifies the chaos and harm caused by dark magic and sets the eerie tone for the supernatural elements in the play.

Often, it is the small gestures, moments, and details that hold significant meaning and value in our lives. These little things can have a profound impact on our relationships, happiness, and overall well-being. It is essential to recognize and appreciate these small moments as they can contribute to the larger picture of our experiences and relationships.

There is no definitive answer to this question as opinions on what constitutes a "romantic" poet can vary widely. However, some may argue that poets known for their dark or cynical themes, such as Charles Bukowski or Anne Sexton, could be considered less romantic compared to others.

This quote is attributed to James Dean, the American actor known for his roles in Rebel Without a Cause and East of Eden. It suggests the importance of both dreaming big and living in the present moment.

Rida Johnson Young

These are the final words from the song "Sometime" in the musical "Sometime" words by Rida Johnson, music by Rudolf Friml in 1918.

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Silence is often valued for its ability to bring calmness and clarity to a situation. It allows for reflection, understanding, and deep connection without the need for words. In moments of silence, we can truly listen to ourselves and others, and find a sense of peace and wisdom that is often absent in the noise of the world.

It means that often times women are held back and suppressed using a rhetoric of empowerment. For example - saying that a woman shouldn't have to work a certain job because it would be too dangerous may initially seem like it is treating a woman with respect and elevating her above that job, but it instead serves to disempower the woman as fragile and limits her opportunity to complete certain tasks.

The quote often associated with Saint David is "Gwnewch y pethau bychain mewn bywyd" which translates to "Do the little things in life." This quote emphasizes the importance of focusing on the small actions and details in life.

1. "The early bird catches the worm."
2. "Punctuality is the art of waiting for your time."
3. "To be early is to be on time, to be on time is to be late."
4. "Arriving early is a sign of respect for others' time."

The quote "It may be unfair, but what happens in a few days, sometimes even a single day, can change the course of a whole lifetime" can be found on page 93 of "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini. It is a powerful statement that highlights the impact of pivotal moments on a person's life trajectory.

This quote emphasizes the notion that physical mistakes or missteps can often be corrected or forgotten, while verbal mistakes or hurtful words can have lasting consequences and may not be easily forgiven or forgotten by others. It speaks to the power and impact of words compared to physical actions.