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Must Quotes

What must be faced, said, or done - no hedging.

These quotes share a tone of insistence, calling out race relations as an unresolved problem, urging technology to finally transform education, and pressing for honesty in foreign relations. For quotes on staying informed and aware, see Know quotes.

It will be a physical encounter but we must not respond in kind.

Quotes by Zinedine Zidane

We must not let ourselves get driven off course, no matter what happens we must stick to our natural game.

Quotes by Zinedine Zidane

This is my first wuxia movie and I must consider this before trying to make something with my own.

Quotes by Zhang Yimou

You must know what you are capable of.

Quotes by Zhang Yimou

I must stick with Chinese language films.

Quotes by Zhang Yimou

In order to defend the Chinese race, one must first defend the Confucian culture; and in order to defend the Confucian culture, one must first defend the State. This is because what preserves the race relies upon intelligence, which is...

Quotes by Zhang Zhidong

How can we make sure that Confucianism is to be practiced? One must enforce it with power, and to have power, one must have a strong army.

Quotes by Zhang Zhidong

We must have a clear head and a clear-cut stand to confidently boycott those trains of thoughts that attempt to Westernise China, separate China and bring chaos to China.

Quotes by Zhou Yongkang

In Iraq we must succeed. Failure is not an option.

Quotes by Zbigniew Brzezinski

If we go to Chihuahua we must be considered as prisoners of war?

Quotes by Zebulon Pike

These critics who crucify me do not guess the littlest part of my sincerity. They must be burned in a blaze. I cannot learn from them.

Quotes by Zane Grey

There are hours when I must force the novel out of my mind and be interested in the children.

Quotes by Zane Grey

Every woman must own her story; otherwise we are all part of the silence.

Quotes by Zainab Salbi

As to the Constitution and the Union, I have taken an oath to support the one, and I cannot do so without preserving the other, unless I commit perjury, which I certainly don't intend to do. We must cherish the...

Quotes by Zachary Taylor

We must pass a national energy policy to continue our successes in the War on Terrorism.

Quotes by Zach Wamp

I guess I lead a double life, and I must admit I'm happy with both.

Quotes by Yvonne De Carlo

We must never confuse elegance with snobbery.

Quotes by Yves Saint Laurent

One must say bluntly that it is an unattractive sight when, with a view to smearing the Soviet people, leaders of such a country as the United States resort to what almost amounts to obscenities alternating with hypocritical preaching about...

Quotes by Yuri Andropov

Government bonds have basically been sold in the domestic market, so there is some sense of stability, but the amount of public debt is really severe... Japan must manage its finances with a sense of urgency.

Quotes by Yoshihiko Noda

We must draw on the unique strengths of the Japanese economy, seek an open and cooperative approach with our international partners, and intelligently exploit the promise of new growth areas.

Quotes by Yoshihiko Noda

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these quotes say about listening to others?
One quote makes a strong case for empathy, insisting "We must hear each other's stories" as part of grappling with race as an ongoing social challenge. For more thoughtful lines, see our Know page.
Is there a quote about expanding who we care about?
Yes - one quote calls for widening our sense of community: "We must broaden the definition of who our neighbors are, and extend the boundaries of our interest and empathy." Browse more in our Life collection.
Does the collection touch on education and technology?
One quote points out a gap worth noticing, observing that "Education must be the only sector that hasn't already been completely revolutionized by technology."
Is there a quote about facing difficult history honestly?
Yes - one quote is direct about it: "We must honestly face our relationship with Great Britain," a call for candor over avoidance. For more direct, no-nonsense lines, see our Like page.
What's the common thread running through these quotes?
Each one carries a sense of urgency and responsibility - a call to act, listen, or reconsider something important. Explore more in our Always section.

The recurring theme is responsibility that can't be postponed, whether personal, national, or educational. Related reading includes Life quotes for broader perspective and Always quotes for a steadier tone.