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Lesser Quotes

Lines comparing degrees of harm, credit, and influence.

These lesser quotes describe war as evil, yet sometimes the lesser evil compared to available alternatives.

War is evil, but it is often the lesser evil.

George Orwell

I was encouraged by my mother and, to a lesser extent, by my father.

Quotes by Carlisle Floyd

Frequently Asked Questions

What view on war do these lesser quotes present?
One quote calls war evil while also acknowledging it can sometimes be the lesser evil when weighed against other available options.
Does the collection also discuss family influence?
Yes, another quote credits encouragement from a mother most strongly, while acknowledging a father's encouragement to a lesser extent.
Do both quotes use the word lesser the same way?
Both use it as a comparison, one weighing degrees of harm in conflict and the other weighing degrees of parental encouragement.
How many lesser quotes are featured on this page?
This page currently gathers two quotes, one about war and one about family encouragement.
Who might find these lesser quotes thought-provoking?
Readers weighing difficult trade-offs, whether in conflict or family life, may find these comparative reflections worth considering.

A second line credits a mother's encouragement more heavily than a father's, though to a lesser extent.