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| Oliver Goldsmith Quotes | No. | Quotation | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | There is nothing so absurd or ridiculous that has not at some time been said by some philosopher. | Absurd |
| 2 | Paltry affectation and strained allusions are easily attained by those who choose to wear them; but they are but the badges of ignorance or stupidity when it would endeavor to please. | Affectation |
| 3 | Age that lessens the enjoyment of life, increases our desire of living. | Aging |
| 4 | The hours we pass with happy prospects in view are more pleasant than those crowned with fruition. In the first case we cook the dish to our own appetite; in the last case it is cooked for us. | Anticipation |
| 5 | Fortune is ever seen accompanying industry. | Destiny |
| 6 | That dire disease, whose ruthless power withers the beauty's transient flower. | Disease |
| 7 | There is an unspeakable pleasure attending the life of a voluntary student. | Education |
| 8 | I do not love a man who is zealous for nothing. | Enthusiasm |
| 9 | Our greatest glory consists not in never failing, but in rising every time we fall. | Failure |
| 10 | Our greatest glory consists not in never falling, but in rising every time we fail. | Failure |
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