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Plague Quotes

On what haunts, and what humanity hopes to end.

Here "plague" shifts between metaphor and literal meaning - an artist describing hallucinations that won't leave them alone, and a broader hope to end actual disease and suffering on the planet.

I turn aside with a shudder of horror from this lamentable plague of functions which have no derivatives.

Quotes by Charles Hermite

From an architecture perspective, Mt. Gox is not an isolated incident. We've had exchanges continually hacked after Mt. Gox. This has been an ongoing problem that has continued to plague our industry.

Quotes by Brock Pierce

When self-delusion and self-flattery enter the mind-set of a product team and the metrics they judge themselves by, like the first plague rat coming onto a ship, the end is practically preordained.

Quotes by Antonio Garcia Martinez

It is far easier for a woman to lead a blameless life than it is for a man; all she has to do is to avoid sexual intercourse like the plague.

Quotes by Angela Carter

Drag queens are extremely innovative and, I mean, we will persist through plague, famine, war or pandemic. We will prevail.

Quotes by Alaska

Anyone who was alive during the outbreak of the bubonic plague in the 14th century experienced something terrifyingly close to the widespread death and chaos of an apocalyptic event.

Quotes by Alan Huffman

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the word 'plague' used in these quotes?
It appears both literally, referring to disease, and figuratively, describing obsessive images or ideas that won't leave someone alone.
Is there a quote about creativity here?
Yes, an artist describes translating hallucinations that plague them into sculptures and paintings, turning discomfort into creative work.
Do any quotes touch on writing advice?
One urges writers to steer clear of cliches as if they were contagious, a classic piece of guidance about avoiding tired phrasing.
Is there a quote about global issues?
Yes, one expresses hope to end wars, disease, and pollution together, listing plague alongside other threats to a better world.
What other pages relate to this theme?
Explore Avoid or Better for more on steering clear of harm and pursuing improvement.

One line even turns cliche-avoidance into its own warning. For more on steering clear of pitfalls, see Avoid or Better.