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Collection of the best phrases and famous quotes from the most prominent authors.

Voltaire

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The first person to compare a woman to a flower was a poet; the second, an imbecile.

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We say a foolish thing and then, by force of repeating it, we believe it.

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The secret of boring people is to say everything.

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If you ever see a Swiss banker jumping out of a window, jump after. There's sure to be something to gain.

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Luck is what happens when preparation and opportunity meet and merge.

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Ignorance asserts or denies categorically; science doubts.

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Whoever seeks revenge after victory is unworthy of winning.

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One misplaced word spoils the most beautiful thought.

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When it comes to money, we are all of the same religion.

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The wonderful thing about war is that every chief of assassins blesses their flags and solemnly invokes God before setting out to exterminate their neighbor.