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Cracked Quotes

Quotes spanning injury, wisecracks, and deflated expectations.

These quotes take the word cracked in several directions, starting with a literal account of physical injury from an accident. A related look at physical setbacks appears in the Convinced collection.

Being a princess isn't all it's cracked up to be.

Quotes by Princess Diana

I broke my leg and cracked my pelvis.

Quotes by Jay Rock

Phoebe Wolkind Ephron cracked wise like Dorothy Parker and looked like Katharine Hepburn.

Quotes by Hallie Ephron

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Frequently Asked Questions

What different senses of this word appear in this topic?
It covers a literal injury, an idiom about something not living up to its reputation, and a description of someone's sharp sense of humor.
Is one of the quotes about a physical injury?
Yes, one recounts breaking a leg alongside a pelvis injury.
What does the princess-related quote mean?
It uses a common expression to suggest that a glamorous role isn't as wonderful in reality as it seems from outside.
Does this topic reference a specific person's wit?
Yes, one line compares someone's quick, clever humor to a well-known comedic writer while also comparing her look to a classic film actress.
What other topics touch on humor or resilience?
For related content, see Convinced quotes.

Another quote uses the phrase to deflate a glamorous idea, admitting a role often seen as enviable has real downsides, while a third praises someone's quick wit and old-Hollywood looks. For more character sketches, see Raises or the Kirby Bliss Blanton quotes.