aphorisms
Example Sentences
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She claims to inhabit the soul of Albert Camus, and flings around aphorisms about art that fly over Cricket’s head.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
The text of “Service Ready” comes laced with boldfaced aphorisms.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
Mostly, it’s a bunch of well-trodden aphorisms, including “Don’t think, just jump,” “Have faith,” and “There’s darkness before the dawn.”
From Slate • Apr. 23, 2024
With commanding aphorisms and adages, Kalunga tempers Zau’s need for immediate answers.
From New York Times • Apr. 22, 2024
He mentioned a dear friend Morrie had, Maurie Stein, who had first sent Morrie’s aphorisms to the Boston Globe.
From "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom
