famous quotes

As both writers and speakers often cite quotes from noted individuals or historic moments, famous quotes is a popular internet tag.

Quotes, short for "quotations," are the use of words first said by another person.  Famous quotes are quotes considered notable because of who said or wrote the statement, where and when it was made, its source, or any combination of those.  They can are often used to illustrate or support a point or position.  

There is a long history of compiling famous quotes.  Today, numerous web sites and blogs are sources for quotes on anywhere from one topic to interrelated subjects to an entire range of topics.

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Latest blogosphere posts tagged “famous quotes”

 

• The Quotation for Life Quote Tattoos

  
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  Life Quote Tattoos – Tattoo is very popular today.  One of the designs of tattoo is tattoo quote. Tattoo quote is not just for ornament in our body but it can be the meaningful statement. The tattoo quote is become trend for every age now. Many people are applied tattoo quote because it looks great and suitable in ...
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• Today’s Quote: The Thief of Joy

  
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  Comparison is the thief of joy. -Theodore Roosevelt Everyday we compare. Whether it’s between two clothing brands, TV shows, or foods. I believe it’s human nature to always want what’s better. That’s not necessarily a bad thing. But, when we compare ourselves to other people, that’s when we start to ...
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• Thinking Thursday

  
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  As human beings, we need to know that we are not alone, that we are not crazy or completely out of our minds, that there are other people out there who feel as we do, live as we do, love as we do, who are like us. Billy Joel - American Musician
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• Inspiration Thursdays!! Robin Williams

  
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  Hola Todos! High in the week, it is somewhat difficult to stay up-beat and positive. Thats why I am creating a once a week forum for inspiration with an essence of style. Amazing, inspiring, creative, empowering and beautiful women and men that truly changed the world. May their inspiring words and remarkable ...
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• Immigration debate quote of the day!

  
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• my mothers face – George Elliot

  
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  Life began with waking up and loving my mothers face. George Elliot
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• Imagination – Mark Twain

  
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  You cant depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.   Mark Twain
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• a lie – Robert Brault

  
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  whats a lie?
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• Thinking Thursday

  
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  Impossible is just a big word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live in the world theyve been given than to explore the power they have to change it. Impossible is not a fact. Its an opinion. Impossible is not a declaration. Its a dare. Impossible is potential. Impossible is temporary. Impossible is ...
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• Ryan McArthurs Minimalist Illustrations of Famous Quotes

  
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  Ryan McArthur , an artist based in Toronto, Canada, makes these beautifully-minimalist illustrations based on the pithiest quotations of some of history’s most original and famous thinkers. Prints of his quotes are available at his Etsy store . Hit the jump to see more illustrations.       ...
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• Muhammad Ali Great Quotes & Famous Quotes

  
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  Great and Famous Quotes By Muhammad Ali If you even dream of beating me youd better wake up and apologize. - Muhammad Ali Im so fast that last night I turned off the light switch in my hotel room and was in bed before the room was dark. - Muhammad Ali ...
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• Famous Quotes About Lawyers

  
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  He is no lawyer who cannot take two sides. - Charles Lamb I’ll never discuss my lawyer’s character in his absence, so let’s discuss his absence of character! - Michael Lara “Lawyers Are”: Those who use the law as shoemakers use leather; rubbing it, pressing it, and stretching it with their teeth, all ...
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• Beautiful Picture Quotes

  
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  Here are  some Picture Quotes that continue to inspire us - Have more Quotes to share? Add them in the Comments below. The post Beautiful Picture Quotes appeared first on MyLifePuzzle .
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• Norman Mattoon Thomas = Barack Hussein Obama?

  
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  It is uncanny how the statements made by Norman Mattoon Thomas seem to mirror the philosophy and policy of Barack Obama! Whether or not this quote actually came from Norman Mattoon Thomas, from someone else or was never said by anyone at all, the philosophy it states about stealth socialism sounds a whole lot like ...
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• Quotes I Share On FB

  
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• Friday thoughts c/o the Dalai Lama!

  
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  Is this the definition of man that defines you?  H/T StumbleUpon ***Subscribe to TPC below and share this article with your friends on Twitter, Facebook and Google +1!*** Subscribe to The Political Commentator by Email   Subscribe in a reader
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• Thinking Thursday

  
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  Just dont give up trying to do what you really want to do. Where there is love and inspiration, I dont think you can go wrong. Ella Fitzgerald (American Jazz Singer)
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• 30 Inspirational Quotes And Sayings To Get You Motivated

  
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  W hen it comes to getting staying motivated Zig Ziglar said it best: People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily. We need daily reminders to combat the rigors of our day to day lives.  Whether it’s a vision board, notebook or online resources ...
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• Celebrity Tattoo in Your Body

  
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  The other type of tattoo design is celebrity tattoo . For you who really like some celebrity it is the best choice for you. Having idol can make you mad and you want to be with them every day. You can apply the face of your idol as the tattoo design. You can make it real by carving it. You may carve the footballer ...
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