442 Quotes by W. S. Gilbert


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    In enterprise of martial kind / When there was any fighting, / He led his reg'ment from behind / He found it less exciting.

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    The State of Ohio and Mayor Jackson's office have been extremely cooperative and helpful in bringing this project to fruition. This partnership has achieved a big win for the community, our current and future employees, and our company.

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    See how the Fates their gifts allot, For A is happy-B is not. Yet B is worthy, I dare say, Of more prosperity than A.

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    We are pleased there is a specific restriction on law enforcement having access to this new database.

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    (Outraged fans) wanted to establish the principle that the NHL does not own the Cup, that it's owned on trust, to be awarded to the best team yearly in accordance with what Lord Stanley had said way back in 1892.

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    The Stanley Cup has generated income over the years and we felt that some of that money should go to promote the sport as Lord Stanley intended.

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    In enterprise of martial kind, when there was any fighting, he led his regiment from behind -- he found it less exciting.

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