Tail Quotes
Witty lines built around a clever tail
This collection of tail quotes shows sharp wit turning a simple word into clever commentary. For related humor, see our Movement quotes.
An epigram is but a feeble thing - With straw in tail, stuck there by way of sting.
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I've never worked with a tail, that I can remember. But there's so much I can't remember.
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This whole force is utterly demoralized by victory. There seems to be neither head nor tail.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the word tail used figuratively in these quotes?
One quote compares a sharp epigram to a scorpion's sting hidden in its tail, using the image to describe a witty closing line.
What does having a tin can tied to your tail mean?
It's used as a metaphor for gaining unwanted news value or notoriety, something that follows a person around persistently.
Is there a playful quote about an animal's tail here?
Yes, one line humorously references a whiting with its tail in its mouth, referencing the old saying about extremes meeting.
Do these quotes discuss memory alongside the word tail?
One speaker admits never working with a literal tail and jokes about how much they simply cannot remember from past projects.
Where can I find more quotes about animals and movement?
See our Animal quotes and Movement quotes for related collections.
Several quotes here use tail as metaphor for fame, notoriety, or memory. If playful language interests you, browse our Animal quotes too.
