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Spoils Quotes

Lines built around winning and old sayings

These spoils quotes play with a familiar old saying about victors claiming their rewards, flipping the word order for effect, alongside a blunter remark that prayer has no place in getting business done. Together they show how a single word can anchor both classic and modern lines.

No praying, it spoils business.

Quotes by Thomas Otway

The victor belongs to the spoils.

Quotes by F. Scott Fitzgerald

To the victors belong the spoils.

Quotes by Andrew Jackson

Frequently Asked Questions

What classic saying do spoils quotes often reference?
They often reference the old saying about victors claiming the spoils, sometimes reordering the words for effect.
Do spoils quotes ever relate to business?
Yes, one line bluntly states that prayer has no place if the goal is doing business.
Are spoils quotes mostly about literal war and conquest?
Not necessarily; the phrase is used more broadly to talk about reward following effort or victory.
Why is the saying about spoils repeated in slightly different orders?
Different speakers rearrange the classic phrase for emphasis, showing how flexible an old saying can be.
Where can I find more quotes on ambition and strategy?
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