Quote by Jonathan Swift

One of the very best rules of conversation is to never, say anything which any of the company wish had been left unsaid.

One of the very best rules of conversation is to never, say

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of being mindful of the impact our words can have on others during a conversation. It advises against saying anything that might be regretted by someone present. By promoting a thoughtful and considerate approach to conversation, the quote encourages participants to be aware of the feelings and sensitivities of those around them, fostering respectful and harmonious communication.

Topics

Conversation

By Jonathan Swift

Liked the quote? Share it with your friends.

Random Quotations

The Indian way of life provides the vision of the natural, r

The Indian way of life provides the vision of the natural, real way of life. We veil ourselves with unnatural masks. On the face of India are the tender expressions which carry the mark of the Creator's hand. In the face of an Indian, you can see the natural glory of life, while we have covered ourselves with an artificial cloak.

George Bernard Shaw

Wisdom Life

In 1993 my birthday present was a star on Hollywood's Walk o

In 1993 my birthday present was a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame.

Annette Funicello

Birthday

My family and friends treat me as they always have.

My family and friends treat me as they always have.

Family

Selling drug secrets violates a trust that is fundamental to

Selling drug secrets violates a trust that is fundamental to the integrity of both scientific research and our financial markets.

Charles Grassley

Trust

As we get closer to the end of this Congress, we should be a

As we get closer to the end of this Congress, we should be addressing the urgent needs of the American people - the war in Iraq, affordable health care, a sensible energy policy, quality education for our children, retirement security, and a sound and fair fiscal policy.

Chris Van Hollen

Health

I would not change my blest estate for all the world calls g

I would not change my blest estate for all the world calls good or great.

Change

I actually don't have a bad hairline.

I actually don't have a bad hairline.

Well, more than me saying to the rest of the country music i

Well, more than me saying to the rest of the country music industry there is not enough traditional country music - that is not necessarily the statement in truth. I think more so that I, me, missed it more than anything else.

Music Truth Rest

We will try to create conditions where persons could come to

We will try to create conditions where persons could come together in a spirit of teamwork, and exercise to their heart's desire their technological capacity.

Teamwork

I wish you would read a little poetry sometimes. Your ignora

I wish you would read a little poetry sometimes. Your ignorance cramps my conversation.

Poetry

I don't know much more than I did when I was alive. Most of

I don't know much more than I did when I was alive. Most of the stuff I know now that I didn't know then I can't put into words.

Death Knowledge

I'm not great at dating, but I need to do it to relax.

I'm not great at dating, but I need to do it to relax.

Dating