Would Quotes
On preferences, hypotheticals, and what-ifs.
This theme leans on the word would to voice preferences and hypotheticals - a footballer who would rather have stayed with his old club, and a band that simply wouldn't exist without its songwriter. Related reading: Been.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of hypothetical statements do these "would" quotes make?
They range from preferences about a career move, crediting a band's existence to one person's songwriting, a humorous take on religious conversion, and a pointed opinion about gun policy.
Is there a quote about preferring to stay somewhere over a career transfer?
Yes — one speaker reflects on a football transfer: "When I was sold from Real Madrid to Inter, I would have preferred to have remained in Spain."
Is there a quote crediting one person with a band's songs?
There is. One line states, "There would be no Static-X if I didn't write all the songs."
Is there a lighthearted quote about religious conversion?
Yes — one speaker jokes, "I would convert to Judaism if the operation didn't hurt so much." Browse more on our Like quotes page.
