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Able Quotes

On capability, readiness and what makes action possible.

These quotes touch on being able to act: governments expected to give straight answers, leaders imagined thinking more imaginatively, and allies working to restore the unity needed to act together. For more, see our Being quotes.

I love Vince McMahon. He came up with the Kurt Angle character. He ran with it, and then I was able to run with it. I thank him for the opportunity he gave me. Vince McMahon was one of my...

Quotes by Kurt Angle

As a person who wants to see and believe in the story, I don't think women at age 50 are able to sing young girls.

Quotes by Kristine Opolais

I won't date a guy who doesn't own a toolbox. I'm not saying you need to be able to knock down a wall or build a house or anything like that. But I've been out with a couple of guys...

Quotes by Kristy Swanson

Going to school at home saved my life as far as education went. My parents were able to give me the attention I needed.

Quotes by Kristy Swanson

I am no longer able to be anonymous.

Quotes by Kristin Bauer van Straten

I'm trying to learn, as I'm in my 40s, to embrace what I've been able to achieve and be proud of it. And I know there's roles that I will want to play before I die, but I'm still just...

Quotes by Kristin Chenoweth

That's my dream job, to be able to mail songs out to people who want to hear them. Paste my face on them and not travel all over the world trying to sell them.

Quotes by Kristin Hersh

People accuse me of being Methody, but I'm not at all. The one thing I don't want people to see is me. I don't want them to be able to recognize my faults and failures and qualities, and I won't...

Quotes by Kristin Scott Thomas

I think people do work too much. I've never been able to understand the whole 'make hay while the sun shines' thing. Either I want to work or I don't want to work.

Quotes by Kristin Scott Thomas

I definitely felt that I was put at a very high place to be able to be a part of such a wonderful franchise in cinema history, so I was definitely very driven at doing a great job and having...

Quotes by Kristanna Loken

I loved Veronica right off the bat. She was so strong and I think it is so important because there are so few shows that portray women, especially young women, as being strong and being able to stand up for...

Quotes by Kristen Bell

For federal races, being able to carefully navigate the Trump Era is a significant challenge.

Quotes by Kristen Soltis Anderson

Being an athlete, you know how to train and prepare your body for a performance and you're able to do it under pressure.

Quotes by Kristi Yamaguchi

I don't remember consciously not being able to play an instrument. It's been kind of like a language for me.

Quotes by Kristian Bush

I love the creative process and being able to build something out of nothing.

Quotes by Kris Jenner

Wouldn't it fun to be able to communicate with a horse while you were riding it?

Quotes by Kou Shibasaki

I love going one-on-one with someone. That's what I do. I've never lost. It's a whole different game, just to have them right in front of you and be able to do whatever you want.

Quotes by Kobe Bryant

The Lord had the wonderful advantage of being able to work alone.

Quotes by Kofi Annan

My first, what, five, six years I was never given a microphone. Now we have this New Day thing where we talk pretty much every single week. It allows me to open up a whole different side, so I just...

Quotes by Kofi Kingston

It took me 11 years to get a shot at the WWE championship; not just to win it, but just to get a shot, but luckily I was able to capitalize on that and become WWE champion, but if I...

Quotes by Kofi Kingston

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of statements about being "able" appear here?
The quotes cover being able to get clear answers from government, a commander being able to guide the military "into thinking more imaginatively," and nations being able to "take actions collectively together."
Is there a quote about government transparency?
Yes: "We should be able to go to our government and get clear answers," a statement calling for openness and accountability.
Does this page touch on international relations?
Yes: "Europe and America must act together in the face of evil. It's high time for Americans and Europeans to restore that unity and be able to take actions collectively together" makes the case for transatlantic cooperation.
Is there anything here about military leadership?
Yes: "A commander in chief with military experience might be able to prod a conservative military into thinking more imaginatively," suggesting that hands-on experience shapes better leadership. For more reflections on personal qualities, see Being.
Is this page more political than personal?
Yes, these particular quotes lean toward government, military, and international themes rather than personal or romantic reflections. If you're looking for warmer, more personal content, try Love, Life, or Good quotes instead.

You might also like our Good quotes and Love quotes for a broader range of reflective lines.