aphorisms

Example Sentences

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I frequently use quotes as aphorisms in situations that arise daily.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 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 was my principal mentor and often included these aphorisms in a talk, or when giving advice to colleagues and residents:

From Seattle Times • Dec. 22, 2023

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