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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 don't lead a particularly exciting life away from work.

Quotes by Sienna Miller

Talent is a gift that can be given, and it can be taken away. We have to appreciate that.

Quotes by Sidney Sheldon

I am surely happy to be breaking away from the norm when it comes to my songs.

Quotes by Sid Sriram

To be honest, whenever I run away from something, I land up straight into it.

Quotes by Shilpa Shinde

Sometimes my husband has to literally pull me away from the computer.

Quotes by Sherri Shepherd

Few writers push the reader away with the coolness, dignity, and faint melancholy of Fleur Jaeggy.

Quotes by Sheila Heti

T-Mobile U.S.A. is one company that uses fear and intimidation to scare workers away from union representation.

Quotes by Sharan Burrow

My favorite films are the ones that I walk away from and I know I saw a story.

Quotes by Shane Carruth

To cultivate an English accent is already a departure away from what you are.

Quotes by Sean Connery

I miss a lot about England when I'm working away, even the slate grey skies.

Quotes by Sean Bean

When I was 25, I had risked everything to launch Justin Bieber and was a couple months away from losing everything.

Quotes by Scooter Braun

I write thank-you notes the minute I throw the wrapping paper away.

Quotes by Sarah Dessen

If inheritance tax were to be introduced for the monarch, it would mean slowly slicing away the royal assets.

Quotes by Sarah Bradford

I shy away from doing heroine-dominated subjects.

Quotes by Sangeetha Krish

My parents don't have any showbusiness links. They are so far away from it.

Quotes by Sam Claflin

I never come away from a film thinking I nailed it.

Quotes by Sally Hawkins

We need to diversify the economy. We need to get away from sugar.

Quotes by Said Musa

Things have to be straightened out to keep Lebanon away from regional conflicts.

Quotes by Saad Hariri

We have a diverse population and have to maintain that and keep religion away from politics.

Quotes by Saad Hariri

I've been away from my family even when I was in France.

Quotes by Rudy Gobert

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."

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