aphorism

Example Sentences

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The business of America is mainly business, according to the aphorism attributed to President Calvin Coolidge.

From Barron's

The business of America is mainly business, according to the aphorism attributed to President Calvin Coolidge.

From Barron's

I would rather look to Winston Churchill’s aphorism, that America can be counted on doing the right thing—after having done everything else.

From Barron's

I have another aphorism, this one related to automobiles, to keep in mind when planning your retirement: “Objects in the mirror may be closer than they appear.”

From MarketWatch

Wordplay, aphorisms and bon mots were Stoppard’s signature.

From Los Angeles Times