If you are of the opinion that the contemplation of suicide is sufficient evidence of a poetic nature, do not forget that actions speak louder than words.
FRAN LEBOWITZMy desire to curtail undue freedom of speech extends only to such public areas as restaurants, airports, streets, hotel lobbies, parks, and department stores.
More Fran Lebowitz Quotes
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As a teenager you are at the last stage in your life when you will be happy to hear that the phone is for you.
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The conversational overachiever is someone whose grasp exceeds his reach. This is possible but not attractive.
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I figure you have the same chance of winning the lottery whether you play or not.
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I’ve done the calculation and your chances of winning the lottery are identical whether you play or not.
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There is no such thing as inner peace. There is only nervousness or death. Any attempt to prove otherwise constitutes unacceptable behavior.
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If you are truly serious abut preparing your child for the future, don’t teach him to subtract teach him to deduct.
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If you are a dog and your owner suggests that you wear a sweater suggest that he wear a tail.
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In the Soviet Union, capitalism triumphed over communism. In this country, capitalism triumphed over democracy.
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Nothing succeeds like address.
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Contrary to popular opinion, the hustle is not a new dance step – it is an old business procedure.
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Never relinquish clothing to a hotel valet without first specifically telling him that you want it back.
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Ask your child what he wants for dinner only if he’s buying.
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In real life, I assure you, there is no such thing as algebra.
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I must take issue with the term ‘a mere child’, for it has been my invariable experience that the company of a mere child is infinitely preferable to that of a mere adult.
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Scientists – the crowd that for dash and style make the general public look like the Bloomsbury set.
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