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A knock-down argument; 'tis but a word and a blow.
A knock-down argument; 'tis but a word and a blow.
Strong and bitter words indicate a weak cause.
Strong and bitter words indicate a weak cause.
Much might be said on both sides.
Much might be said on both sides.
There is no good in arguing with the inevitable. The only
argument available with an east wind is to read more
There is no good in arguing with the inevitable. The only
argument available with an east wind is to put on your overcoat.
He who establishes his argument by noise and command shows that his reason is weak.
He who establishes his argument by noise and command shows that his reason is weak.
The purely agitation attitude is not good enough for a detailed consideration of a subject.
The purely agitation attitude is not good enough for a detailed consideration of a subject.
The best way I know of to win an argument is to start by being in the right.
The best way I know of to win an argument is to start by being in the right.
I am bound to furnish my antagonists with arguments, but not with
comprehension.
I am bound to furnish my antagonists with arguments, but not with
comprehension.
I have found you an argument; but I am not obliged to find you an
understanding.
I have found you an argument; but I am not obliged to find you an
understanding.