Language was invented because of the deep human need to complain.
LILY TOMLINWell, if I can be of any help at all, you are in worse trouble than I thought.
More Lily Tomlin Quotes
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I personally think we developed language because of our deep need to complain.
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Ninety eight percent of the adults in this country are decent, hardworking, honest Americans. It’s the other lousy two percent that get all the publicity. But then, we elected them.
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If life is so meaningless, then why are we always bringing it up?
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Lady, I do not make up things. That is lies. Lies are not true. But the truth could be made up if yo know how. And that’s the truth.
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Growing up in Michigan was fine, until I realized where I was.
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For fast-acting relief try slowing down.
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Man invented language to satisfy his deep need to complain.
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Reality is the leading cause of stress among those in touch with it.
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Being a New Yorker is never having to say you are sorry.
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We have reason to believe that man first walked upright to free his hands for masturbation.
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Having a real public outlet is how you imprint something for yourself. It’s just a matter of timing. It’s like you’ve marked your territory.
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I worry about kids today – because of the sexual revolution, they’re going to grow up and never know what “dirty” means.
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I worry that the person who thought up Muzak may be thinking up something else.
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Infinity is just time on an ego trip.
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I always wondered why somebody doesn’t do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody.
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