David Lindsay-Abaire Quotes

I've been pretty well treated by the critics, but the critics who didn't like my comedies hated them with an unbridled passion, and then I would see these same people writing very respectfully about ordinary naturalistic plays.

David Lindsay-Abaire

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I couldn't sleep for nights on end, as my brain felt like there were thoughts colliding within it; I obsessed over small details, from saving pennies and polishing each one of them to washing my clothing over and over in the washing machine.

Andy Behrman

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I can open up any can of worms and get people upset.

Andy Kindler

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It's so hard to have relationships when there is so much scrutiny.

Rosanna Arquette

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The country already has a leader who divides us with the bitter politics of envy. We have to offer an alternative vision.

Mitt Romney

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In the frank expression of conflicting opinions lies the greatest promise of wisdom in governmental action.

Louis D. Brandeis

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I can't stand interpretation. I think it's one of the great scourges of the theater. I just think, 'Don't get in the way of the play.'

Douglas Hodge

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I'm a good person. I've led a good life.

Brett Kavanaugh

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I really love making people laugh.

Bob Saget

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To be captain and win a lot at Juventus, to play for 20 years, to play in the World Cup, European Cup, I think I had a good career, no?

Antonio Conte

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Change is good, but in the middle of it, it can be very sad.

Astrid S

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Even things which seem separate and finished are infinitely connected and will infinitely connect. This connection happens as soon as you let it, as soon as you engage - as soon as you even attempt to engage.

Ali Smith

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How can a society that exists on instant mashed potatoes, packaged cake mixes, frozen dinners, and instant cameras teach patience to its young?

Paul Sweeney

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