expression Quotes

I have great respect for the semicolon; it is a mighty handy little fellow.

Those who write clearly have readers, those who write obscurely have commentators.

In making a speech one must study three points: first, the means of producing persuasion; second, the language; third the proper arrangement of the various parts of the speech.

Syllables govern the world.

Dancing is a perpendicular expression of a horizontal desire.

She had lost the art of conversation but not, unfortunately, the power of speech.

I've always appreciated a turn of phrase.

Words are only painted fire; a look is the fire itself.

The typewriting machine, when played with expression, is no more annoying than the piano when played by a sister or near relation.

'The Lady's World' should be made the recognized organ for the expression of women's opinions on all subjects of literature, art and modern life, and yet it should be a magazine that men could read with pleasure.