The English language is rather like a monster accordion, stretchable at the whim of the editor, compressible ad lib. – Robert Burchfield Category: Language
Language forces us to perceive the world as man presents it to us. – Julia Penelope Category: Language
Lymph, v.: to walk with a lisp. – From a Washington Post reader submission word contest Category: Language
She doesnt understand the concept of Roman numerals. She thought we just fought in world war eleven. – Joan Rivers Category: War
For decades, Japan has been a friend and reliable trading partner with the United States, and I anticipate that relationship will prosper. – Jim Costa Category: relationship
It is commonly supposed that the art of pleasing is a wonderful aid in the pursuit of fortune but the art of being bored is infinitely more successful. – Nicolas Chamfort Category: Art