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Away Quotes

On distance, change, and the perspective that comes with time.

These quotes explore the idea of 'away' in different forms—something cherished slipping away, the urge to get results quickly, and staying close to institutions while keeping distance from politics.

I came back to Utah to get away from Hollywood.

Quotes by Mike Lookinland

Patriotism is an instant reaction that fades away when the war starts.

Quotes by Mick Jagger

I can be so blown away by story lines.

Quotes by Michelle Dockery

Put simply, we are still at war with radical Islamic groups and an ideological movement that can't be ignored nor wished away.

Quotes by Michael T. Flynn

I grew up in the ghetto, and the thing is when there were problems, I knew when to get away.

Quotes by Michael Pena

One's dignity may be assaulted, vandalized and cruelly mocked, but cannot be taken away unless it is surrendered.

Quotes by Michael J. Fox

We'd have to suck away at oxygen canisters between songs just so that we could keep playing.

Quotes by Michael Hutchence

I think it should be illegal for people to throw away music.

Quotes by Michael Feinstein

I can be very messy and disorganized. And I don't throw away anything.

Quotes by Meredith Ostrom

You can get away with a lot more in a film or television score. It is contextual.

Quotes by Max Richter

Tony Blair personified the shift away from democracy, towards control by bankers.

Quotes by Max Keiser

With 'Verdict' I was away for six months, touring, with a week in each town. I did not really enjoy that aspect of it.

Quotes by Matthew Lewis

I moved away for three years and went to Trinidad where I met my wife, Athena.

Quotes by Mathias Rust

Having a home away from the media glare is important to world-class athletes.

Quotes by Mary Lou Retton

It seems the farther away we are from Hollywood, the better the ratings.

Quotes by Martin Milner

In this country, we've gotten away from institutionalizing and we've moved toward assimilating and drugging the mentally ill.

Quotes by Martha MacCallum

If we could have somehow stayed away from the public and the press, it might have been different, but every private issue seemed to be played out on the front page.

Quotes by Marla Maples

I think the idea of the obstruction through the neutral zone and away from the puck was an excellent rule.

Quotes by Mark Messier

The guys who spend their time brooding in their younger years either lighten up or go away.

Quotes by Mark Lanegan

Sexy boxing is something that takes away from the brutality of boxing.

Quotes by Mark de Mori

Frequently Asked Questions

What different feelings about "away" come up in these quotes?
This mix covers a personal feeling that a beloved version of America is changing, excitement about getting fit after having a baby, advice about staying close to government but away from politics, and a reflection on gaining perspective on things farther away with age.
Is there a quote expressing a personal feeling that America is changing?
Yes - presented as that speaker's own feeling, not a factual claim: "The America I love is slipping away."
Does a quote talk about getting fit again after having a baby?
Yes: "I thought I'd have the baby, and get super fit and strong straight away."
Is there a quote giving advice about staying away from politics?
Yes - presented as that speaker's own advice/view: "Remain close to government and away from politics. It means deal more with the authorities. And less with individuals."
Is there a quote about gaining perspective on things as you get older?
Yes: "I think this is one of the benefits of getting older: that one has that perspective on things farther away."

Age and perspective come up too—browse our go and life quotes for related themes.