Our language is polarized. Concrete words are usually the language of poets. Abstract words are usually the language of politicians. -Richard Shelton

 

Our language is polarized. Concrete words are usually the language of poets. Abstract words are usually the language of politicians.


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This quote is just one of 7 total Richard Shelton quotes in our collection. Richard Shelton is known for saying 'Our language is polarized. Concrete words are usually the language of poets. Abstract words are usually the language of politicians.' as well as some of the following quotes.

As a poet I am not primarily concerned with intellect. I'm not that smart. I want to make people laugh and cry.

Richard Shelton
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Kayak polo's a good excuse to put on a skirt and play a sport, ... When you play in a white-water kayak, which is a closed cockpit boat, you wear a short, black waterproof skirt you stretch over the kayak's top edges to keep water from coming inside.

Richard Shelton
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All four of these artists have the kind of draw that would be appropriate for an arena. -Richard Shelton
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We're counting on it. It's a whole different level of artists.

Richard Shelton
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Our language is polarized. Concrete words are usually the language of poets. Abstract words are usually the language of politicians.

Richard Shelton
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It's a great way to learn and hone kayaking and watercraft skills, and it all takes place in a safe environment. -Richard Shelton
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What we remember can always be changed, what we forget we are always.

Richard Shelton
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