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    Repartee is perfect when it effects its purpose with a double edge. It is the highest order of wit, as it indicates the coolest yet quickest exercise of genius, at a moment when the passions are roused.

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Are inmates part of a fix? Absolutely. But to send an inmate out as a quasi-United Nations representative? Who's controlling read more

Are inmates part of a fix? Absolutely. But to send an inmate out as a quasi-United Nations representative? Who's controlling that? Who's running the damn place when you're using peacekeepers?

by Chuck Alexander Found in: Miscellaneous Quotes,
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The sweetest of all sounds is praise.

The sweetest of all sounds is praise.

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We did an OK job, but I wouldn't go so far as to say we played our best game. We'll read more

We did an OK job, but I wouldn't go so far as to say we played our best game. We'll have to play much better in the second round in order to win.

by Mark Atherton Found in: Miscellaneous Quotes,
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My prime aim is to go to see the permanent member who has not been briefed properly. I think I read more

My prime aim is to go to see the permanent member who has not been briefed properly. I think I owe it to the Chinese that I explain what has happened in these talks that I have attended, ... This Week.

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My vagina can't give a monologue!

My vagina can't give a monologue!

by Beatrice Arthur Found in: Miscellaneous Quotes,
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Everything is temporary. Everything is bound to end.

Everything is temporary. Everything is bound to end.

by Keren Ann Found in: Miscellaneous Quotes,
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Every thing secret degenerates, even the administration of justice; nothing is safe that does not show how it can bear read more

Every thing secret degenerates, even the administration of justice; nothing is safe that does not show how it can bear discussion and publicity.

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I fight fairly, and in good faith.

I fight fairly, and in good faith.

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For parlor use, the vague generality is a life saver.

For parlor use, the vague generality is a life saver.

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