Quote Quotes
Clever, self-aware lines about the very act of quoting.
There's something playful about a quote commenting on quoting itself, using wit as a stand-in for cleverness. These lines pair naturally with our Expression collection.
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Some companies out there quote a start of production that is substantially in advance of when customers get their cars.
Expression Quotes
I'm a great believer in the direct quote in quotation marks and the hard fact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the central theme running through these "quote" quotes?
Each one reflects on quoting as an act in itself, treating it as a substitute for wit, a form of expression, or something to be denied altogether. They're self-referential by design.
What does the "substitute for wit" quote mean?
It suggests that quoting someone else's clever words can stand in for original wit when you don't have your own ready. It's a slightly self-deprecating observation about borrowed cleverness.
How does the tongue-tattoo quote describe quoting?
It compares a quote to a tattoo on the tongue, implying that spoken words, once said, mark you permanently the way ink marks skin. It's a vivid, memorable way to describe accountability for your own words.
Is there a quote about denying having said something?
Yes, one flatly states never having seen such a quote anyplace, anywhere, pushing back against a misattributed statement. For more on personal expression, see our Expression collection.
Why might someone ask not to be quoted?
One line simply requests not to be quoted, reflecting a common desire to speak freely without being held to every word publicly. Browse our Insight quotes for more reflective sayings.
