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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 think when you're dealing with very tenuous scenes and difficult and heavy subject matter, it's important to be close intimately with your cast as friends, and be able to diffuse a lot of that tension and trust each other...

Quotes by Jack Falahee

Up until recently, I've always been a vintage store guy. I get a lot of my clothes second hand. I really enjoy being able to look through different styles you can find and how eclectic the vintage store vibe is.

Quotes by Jack Falahee

The junior senator from Wisconsin, by his reckless charges, has so preyed upon the fears and hatreds and prejudices of the American people that he has started a prairie fire which neither he nor anyone else may be able to...

Quotes by J. William Fulbright

I've always been able to write. I've always been able to put a good essay in or say whatever I wanted to say through the pen. That was a gift of mine. I feel like it was what I was...

Quotes by J.I.D

I've always been talented, always been able to sing or remember a song after hearing it one time.

Quotes by J.I.D

That is what I got into comedy for, to be able to challenge myself and just grow as a comedian and find new ways to be funny.

Quotes by Jaboukie Young-White

I definitely post a lot of memes and content that's isolated to Twitter that I wouldn't be able to do on stage because a live crowd doesn't have that same frame of reference.

Quotes by Jaboukie Young-White

Yes, we believe in globalization and trade, but we also believe in you being able to benefit from that more. For too long, we progressives have seemed like part of the system. We need to start thinking about whether or...

Quotes by Jacinda Ardern

At a personal level, it's just the day-to-day: I'm a mum that needs to meet all of the responsibilities that come with being a mum, making sure that Neve has the basics, that she's fed, that she's loved, that she...

Quotes by Jacinda Ardern

I want to be able to do work where I think it's very forward, but I also want it to exist in a big way and have an effect on a lot of people.

Quotes by Jack Antonoff

Go as far as you can see; when you get there, you'll be able to see farther.

Quotes by J. P. Morgan

There are one hundred men seeking security to one able man who is willing to risk his fortune.

Quotes by J. Paul Getty

I've been racing for my whole life, and I know what I need to do to be able to win.

Quotes by J. R. Celski

In Zurich, in a cafe overlooking the Limmat, I ate butter-drenched white asparagus pulled from the ground that morning; it had the aftertaste of champagne. I've been able to appreciate epic meals in San Francisco, New Orleans, Berlin, Paris, Las...

Quotes by J. R. Moehringer

Overall, working with 50 Cent was one of my favourite moments. I grew up, like most of us did, listening to his music and loving him as an artist, so to be able to work with him as an actor...

Quotes by J. R. Ramirez

My parents, my family, that's the biggest inspiration in my life. I've been in a lot of dark spots in my life, and if it wasn't for them, I wouldn't be able to get out of it, but they are...

Quotes by J. R. Smith

Everything I do is for my parents, None of this matters without them. If it weren't for them, I wouldn't be here... If it wasn't for them, if it wasn't for the structure and the backbone that I have, I...

Quotes by J. R. Smith

I'm not naive - I think it's rare in the NBA every day to actually be able to enjoy being around the people you're working with.

Quotes by J. J. Redick

To be able to give back and be able to help people, it means a lot to me. I'm humbled by it, honestly.

Quotes by J. J. Redick

I'm very grateful to be able to give back.

Quotes by J. J. Redick

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.