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
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
His onion teachings include insights from two well-known organic farmers, one from either coast, and aphorisms from older traditions.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 31, 2024
Actually, Carolina didn’t talk much at all, but when she did open her mouth it seemed sentences never emerged, only aphorisms, called “dichos.”
From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols
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