Keyword: Arguments

My wife and I had words – but I never got to use mine.

Conflict Marriage Wives

Most of the arguments to which I am party fall somewhat short of being impressive, knowing to the fact that neither I nor my opponent knows what we are talking about.

(1889 – 1945) actor, author & humorist
Communication Conflict Speech

An argument is two people trying to get in the last word first.

fictional mascot and cover boy of Mad, an American humor magazine
Communication Conversation Speech

I’ve never won an argument with her; and the only times I thought I had, I found out the argument wasn’t over yet.

(1924 – ) 39th U.S. president & humanitarian
Wives

Never argue with a man who buys ink by the barrel.

Conflict Murphy’s Laws

Before arguing with your boss, make absolutely sure you’re right – then let the matter drop.

Beliefs

The only people who listen to both sides of a family quarrel are the next-door neighbors.

People

The only person who listens to both sides of a husband and wife argument is the woman in the next apartment.

(1911 – 1980) humorist, writer, television host & journalist
Marriage

There are two sides to every argument, unless a person is personally involved, in which case there is only one.

Murphy’s Laws

Never get into an argument with a schizophrenic person and say, "Who do you think you are?"

(1956 – 1996) American comedian, actor & television host
Communication Speech

A liberal is a man too broadminded to take his own side in a quarrel.

(1874 – 1963) American poet
Characteristics Conflict Government Politics

I like to do all the talking myself; it saves time, and prevents arguments.

(1854 – 1900) Irish dramatist, novelist & poet
Communication Speech

No matter what side of an argument you're on, you always find some people on your side that wish you were on the other side.

(1901 –-1987) Russian-American violinist
Beliefs Opinion

My wife was too beautiful for words… but not for arguments.

(1882 – 1942) American actor
Marriage Wives

There are two sides to every argument, and they’re usually married to each other.

Communication Conflict Marriage Speech

It is impossible to defeat an ignorant man in argument.

(1863 – 1941) U.S. senator (California) & U.S. Secretary of the Treasury
Intelligence People Stupidity

Any facts which, when included in the argument, give the desired result, are fair facts for the argument.

Beliefs Facts Murphy’s Laws

A lot of good arguments are spoiled by some fool who knows what he’s talking about.

Intelligence

If you can't answer a man's arguments, all is not lost; you can still call him vile names.

(1856 – 1915) writer, publisher, artist & philosopher
Communication Speech

I don’t have to attend every argument I’m invited to.

(1880 – 1946) comedian, actor, juggler & writer
Conflict Situations