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Minus Quotes

What's left when something is taken away.

These minus quotes use subtraction as a way to define things sharply — literature described as a question without its answer, and competitive sport soberly compared to war stripped of actual gunfire. For more measured, reflective quotes, see Frank Dobson quotes.

Literature is the question minus the answer.

Quotes by Roland Barthes

Serious sport is war minus the shooting.

George Orwell

I'm not really Type A, but A minus.

Quotes by Bobbi Brown

Will minus intellect constitutes vulgarity.

Quotes by Arthur Schopenhauer

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the quote comparing sport to war mean?
It suggests that serious competitive sport shares the intensity of conflict, minus the actual violence and weapons, making the comparison a sober observation rather than a glorification of either.
How is literature described using subtraction in these quotes?
It's defined as a question without a firm resolution, suggesting literature raises more than it settles.
What does 'A minus' signify in the self-assessment quote?
It reflects a modest, honest self-rating, falling just short of claiming top-tier status.
Is 'will minus intellect' framed positively or negatively?
Negatively — it's equated with vulgarity, suggesting willpower without thought can become crude.
Where can I find more quotes with a similarly reflective tone?
See Frank Dobson quotes for related measured perspectives.

Self-assessment gets the same treatment, with one speaker settling for a near-perfect rating rather than claiming the top spot outright. Visit Nell Newman quotes for more candid personal reflections.

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