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Hi Quotes

This collection of hi quotes shows how a simple greeting can carry surprising weight, from a nervous hello to Christoph Waltz to the calm relief of Meryl Streep's warm welcome. Other lines use 'hi' in different senses entirely, referencing a career spent in hi tech rather than politics. Together the quotes highlight small, human moments tied to a single common word.

These hi quotes capture small, memorable greetings and their emotional weight, a theme also found in Away. Both explore fleeting but meaningful moments.

When I met Christophe Waltz, I was so shy! I was like, 'Oh, hi! Um, I'm Stephanie!' He's one of my favorite actors.

Quotes by Stephanie Sigman

I spent most of my career in hi tech, not in politics.

Quotes by Naftali Bennett

I was definitely very intimidated, but the instant Meryl Streep said 'Hi' to me, it all went away.

Quotes by Lilla Crawford

I got to say 'Hi' to Dolly Parton, which my mom thought was kind of cool.

Quotes by Landon Donovan

Away Quotes

I just wanted to say hi to Pittsburgh as well because I miss it.

Quotes by Jackie Evancho

Hi, Billy Mays here for...

Quotes by Billy Mays

Hi, I'm Bill. I'm a birth survivor.

Quotes by Bill Maher

Hi, my name is Alexandra, and I'm a netaholic.

Quotes by Alexandra Petri

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the 'hi tech' quote actually refer to?
It describes a career spent mostly in hi tech rather than politics, using 'hi' as shorthand for high technology rather than a greeting. This shows the word's dual meaning within the same topic. It offers a different angle from the other greeting-based quotes.
What happened when the speaker met Christoph Waltz?
They describe feeling shy and nervously introducing themselves with a simple 'Oh, hi,' capturing a small, relatable moment of meeting someone admired. The anecdote highlights how nerves can turn a simple greeting memorable. It connects to themes in Away.
How did Meryl Streep's greeting affect the speaker?
A simple 'Hi' from Meryl Streep instantly eased the speaker's intimidation, showing how a small gesture from someone respected can have an outsized calming effect. This illustrates the emotional power of a brief greeting. It reflects a recurring theme of small moments mattering.
Why does one quote mention saying hi to Pittsburgh?
The speaker wanted to acknowledge missing the city, using a greeting as a way to express nostalgia and connection to a place rather than a person. This broadens 'hi' beyond person-to-person interaction. It connects to themes in Birth around origin and place.
What ties these hi quotes together overall?
Despite different contexts, from a nervous introduction to a nostalgic nod toward a city, each quote shows how a small greeting can carry real emotional significance. The simplicity of the word contrasts with the depth of feeling behind it. This makes the topic surprisingly resonant.

For more on personal connection and beginnings, see Birth and Bill, which touch on first encounters and new starts.