More quotations tagged with “speech”
Preach the Gospel at all times, and if necessary, use words.
—Francis of Assisi
The sweetest noise on earth, a woman's tongue; A string which hath no discord.
—Bryan Procter
When you find yourself about to say something that crosses a line, something that could cause irreparable harm, sometimes the best you can do is just not say that thing.
—Tammara Webber in Where You Are
I don't have to tell you it goes without saying there are some things better left unsaid. I think that speaks for itself. The less said about it, the better.
—George Carlin
Cultivate quietness in your speech, in your thoughts, in your emotions. Speak habitually low. Wait for attention and then your low words will be charged with dynamite.
—Elbert Hubbard