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Only Quotes

On narrowed choices and the one option that remains.

The word 'only' frames very different ideas here: a single film genre praised for its originality, a physicist's account of shifting foundations, and a stated view on Cold War-era power struggles across Europe. For more, see our Life quotes.

I grew up in L.A., but I was the only one in my family born there.

Quotes by Blake Lively

It's only when I'm on stage that I really come to terms with the fact that other people are hearing my most inner, darkest thoughts.

Quotes by Bishop Briggs

Architects have to become designers of eco-systems. Not just designers of beautiful facades or beautiful sculptures, but systems of economy and ecology, where we channel the flow not only of people, but also the flow of resources through our cities...

Quotes by Bjarke Ingels

My home studio is my private instrument for me only. It's not intended to record anyone but me.

Quotes by Billy Sheehan

I listened to many different types of instruments and music, and have always tried to look at the bass as an instrument as opposed to only a bass.

Quotes by Billy Sheehan

I'd worship the ground you walked on if only you walked in a better neighborhood.

Quotes by Billy Wilder

I'm just an artist. I can only do so much. I can only say so much.

Quotes by Billy Corgan

The only thing that said 'Lando Calrissian' was ethnic was his looks.

Quotes by Billy Dee Williams

The only time my prayers are never answered is on the golf course.

Quotes by Billy Graham

Only God who made us can touch us and change us and save us from ourselves.

Quotes by Billy Graham

When I was a young musician, the only option available to pursue secondary education in music was to attend a classical conservatory.

Quotes by Billy Joel

I have a theory that the only original things we ever do are mistakes.

Quotes by Billy Joel

Every role is the best role you've ever got. It's the only role you have.

Quotes by Billy Magnussen

You're only as good as what you've been. You can't rely on the past.

Quotes by Billy Butler

The only thing better than going to Pitcairn in the first place, is going again.

Quotes by Billy Campbell

He seems to want confrontation not only with the legislature and with the other elected officials, but he wants constant confrontation in order to be center stage on the television screen.

Quotes by Bill Scott

It is essential that there should not only be a limit on campaign spending but it should be required to say where that money is spent and how it is spent. I think there has been more abuse in campaign...

Quotes by Bill Scott

No, I was pleased that it is possible for somebody who makes full disclosure as I've done, not only of the contributors, but also how the money is spent.

Quotes by Bill Scott

I'm a people's man - only the people matter.

Quotes by Bill Shankly

There are one hundred and ninety nine ways to beat, but only one way to win; get there first.

Quotes by Bill Shoemaker

Frequently Asked Questions

What subjects do the "Only" quotes on this page cover?
The quotes touch on horror as a film genre that blends experimental technique into the mainstream, geopolitical strategy around balance of power in Europe, and reflections on the empirical foundations of science and modern physics.
Is there a quote here about horror movies?
Yes, one discusses horror as one of the only genres able to weave abstract, experimental filmmaking techniques into mainstream cinema, noting that creating something genuinely spooky takes particular skill.
Does this page include anything about geopolitics?
Yes, one quote discusses the balance of power in Eurasia from an Anglo-American perspective, weighing the choice of aligning with a Western Europe against Russia.
Is there a quote here about science and physics?
Yes, two touch on this - one on how scientific concepts are drawn from empirical data, and another on how the "foundations of physics have started moving" as modern physics developed, unsettling older assumptions. For more thoughtful, reflective lines, see Life or Good.
Is this page more scientific and political than personal?
Yes, these particular quotes lean intellectual and analytical rather than personal. For more everyday, relatable quotes, try Like or Me.

You can also browse our Good quotes and Like quotes for lighter reflections.