aphorisms

Example Sentences

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The text of “Service Ready” comes laced with boldfaced aphorisms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

In Atwood’s first novel, she exists only through the viewpoint of June and most often as the source of aphorisms.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2025

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

I had prepared myself for that, and even thought of several positive, uplifting aphorisms to cheer him up.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles