maxim
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
The brothers staunchly disagree with the maxim that puns are the lowest form of humor, and their works are almost universally branded with gratingly unfunny names.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
The first Graham showcased how the ability to compartmentalize in politics can be a great gift — a nod to the old maxim that today’s enemy might be tomorrow’s friend.
From Salon ● Jul. 13, 2026
Billionaire Warren Buffett had a simple maxim for navigating Berkshire Hathaway through the financial crisis of 2007-09.
From Barron's ● Jun. 30, 2026
In the coaching world, there is a maxim some believe in - that teams are built in the image of their coaches.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
After much thought Snowball declared that the Seven Commandments could in effect be re- duced to a single maxim, namely: “four legs good, two legs bad.”
From "Animal Farm: A Fairy Story" by George Orwell
Central bankers have been known to quote External link one of economist John Maynard Keynes’s most famous maxims: “When the facts change, I change my mind.”
From Barron's ● Jun. 16, 2026
There are equally eloquent maxims throughout Ms. White’s enjoyable collection.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 29, 2026
Some of these maxims might result in more films like Tommy Wiseau’s disasterpiece “The Room.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2025
Journalists, so those maxims go, should never make themselves the story or get too close to those they are covering.
From Salon ● Nov. 22, 2024
My CIA training overrode my wishful thinking," Howard said, "and I also recalled one of James Bond's maxims: 'Once is coincidence.
From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau
Vocabulary lists containing maxim
The Vocabulary.com Top 1000
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
300 Most Difficult "SAT" Words
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Animal Farm
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
