To govern is to correct. If you set an example by being correct, who would dare remain incorrect? Confucius
To govern is to correct. If you set an example by being correct, who would dare remain incorrect?
Everyone is bound to bear patiently the results of his own example. Phaedrus
Everyone is bound to bear patiently the results of his own example.
It is the true nature of mankind to learn from mistakes, not from example. Fred Hoyle
It is the true nature of mankind to learn from mistakes, not from example.
The path of precept is long, that of example short and effectual. Seneca
The path of precept is long, that of example short and effectual.
They do more harm by their evil example than by their actual sin. Cicero
They do more harm by their evil example than by their actual sin.
That's all a man can hope for during his lifetime - to set an example - and when he is dead, to be an inspiration for history. William Mckinley
That's all a man can hope for during his lifetime - to set an example - and when he is dead, to be an inspiration for history.
A good example is like a bell that calls many to church. Danish Proverb
A good example is like a bell that calls many to church.
He's a very good example of just living well. Gene Cohen
He's a very good example of just living well.
This community is the perfect example of a community that took the environment and made it better. Stephen Walker
This community is the perfect example of a community that took the environment and made it better.
You're a good example of why some animals eat their young. Jim Samuels
You're a good example of why some animals eat their young.
It is the classic example of how people bought on rumors and sold on news. Celso Cenise
It is the classic example of how people bought on rumors and sold on news.
For example, 2000 was a bad year worldwide, but it was a good year for Hawaii. Randy Honebrink
For example, 2000 was a bad year worldwide, but it was a good year for Hawaii.
That's just a small example of things to come. George Boykin
That's just a small example of things to come.
A brother of an American citizen, for example, can easily wait for 20 years before they can immigrate. Sam Myers
A brother of an American citizen, for example, can easily wait for 20 years before they can immigrate.
He leads by example, and you don't want to disappoint him. Pat Alexander
He leads by example, and you don't want to disappoint him.
We have a very young squad, and he is an example to one and all of them. Mick Cooke
We have a very young squad, and he is an example to one and all of them.
Good advice is something a man gives when he is too old to set a bad example. Francois de La Rochefoucauld
Good advice is something a man gives when he is too old to set a bad example.
I don't know any other way to lead but by example. Don Shula
I don't know any other way to lead but by example.
Few things are harder to put up with than the annoyance of a good example. Mark Twain
Few things are harder to put up with than the annoyance of a good example.
That is an example of the state staying ahead of the game. Malcolm Petal
That is an example of the state staying ahead of the game.
In some areas Ireland is already a world-class hub for research -- for example in computer science and biology. William Harris
In some areas Ireland is already a world-class hub for research -- for example in computer science and biology.
Ed Koch is an excellent example, but I'm not here to bash Ed either. David N. Dinkins
Ed Koch is an excellent example, but I'm not here to bash Ed either.
Why did the issue only surface with an Arab country? Here is a perfect example of clear discrimination against Arabs and Muslims. Osama Siblani
Why did the issue only surface with an Arab country? Here is a perfect example of clear discrimination against Arabs and Muslims.
He was a great example of love expressed that expands and does not contract. Thomas Wilson
He was a great example of love expressed that expands and does not contract.
It always seems the busiest people go to these things. For example, Band Day is always the same day as our first competition. There are a lot of conflicts, and the students often have to find ways to get to the competitions. Maria Kohlhaas
It always seems the busiest people go to these things. For example, Band Day is always the same day as our first competition. There are a lot of conflicts, and the students often have to find ways to get to the competitions.
We can't move a chemistry lab into a portable, for example. Lyle Boyce
We can't move a chemistry lab into a portable, for example.
This is an example where we do not have excess capacity. Philip Coyle
This is an example where we do not have excess capacity.
That's the all-time example of a blind ground hog finding an acorn. Ron Swoboda
That's the all-time example of a blind ground hog finding an acorn.
A good example would be comparing a car to a truck we sell with a diesel engine. You might go from a $20 oil change to a $100 oil change. Brian Grezenski
A good example would be comparing a car to a truck we sell with a diesel engine. You might go from a $20 oil change to a $100 oil change.
Why do I have to be an example for your kid? You be an example for your own kid. Bob Gibson
Why do I have to be an example for your kid? You be an example for your own kid.
This is a classic example of the race to the bottom on a global scale. Mfanafuthi Sithebe
This is a classic example of the race to the bottom on a global scale.
She's leading by example as a sophomore. Chris Douthit
She's leading by example as a sophomore.
I think he'd be the closest example. Susan Macmanus
I think he'd be the closest example.
If you have a breakdown and, for example, you can't get the hose for a day or two, this will come in real handy. Jim Champion
If you have a breakdown and, for example, you can't get the hose for a day or two, this will come in real handy.
This is a classic example of knowing you're behind. Amir Vahedi
This is a classic example of knowing you're behind.
We are using this action as an example of how self-regulation fails. Sarah Andrews
We are using this action as an example of how self-regulation fails.
They are as good an example of team chemistry as you'll find in any team sport. Connie Rummell
They are as good an example of team chemistry as you'll find in any team sport.
It's a great example of what we're trying to teach managers around the commonwealth. Bill Fontana
It's a great example of what we're trying to teach managers around the commonwealth.
We've had some reporters ask, 'Why the public hearings? Why do we do them?' This is the classic example. Assemblyman Louis Greenwald
We've had some reporters ask, 'Why the public hearings? Why do we do them?' This is the classic example.
This is an example of negotiating and hard bargaining. Stan Chesley
This is an example of negotiating and hard bargaining.
A shameful example of interference. Felipe Perez Roque
A shameful example of interference.
Intel, for example, has only recently begun to ship a 64-bit chip. Bob Bishop
Intel, for example, has only recently begun to ship a 64-bit chip.
It's another example of how local control has been eroded. Betty Gray
It's another example of how local control has been eroded.
There's no question the Alberta community, for example, has been transformed pretty dramatically. David Knowles
There's no question the Alberta community, for example, has been transformed pretty dramatically.
Someone confronted with an electrocution, for example, usually stands there helplessly. Susanne Woelk
Someone confronted with an electrocution, for example, usually stands there helplessly.
I think he's setting a great example. Franck Kaiser
I think he's setting a great example.
This is another example of the jury ignoring the law and doing what they are not supposed to do. William Ohlemeyer
This is another example of the jury ignoring the law and doing what they are not supposed to do.
The best example of what we're going to do is what we've already done, ... We're going to find some common ground. Frank Hall
The best example of what we're going to do is what we've already done, ... We're going to find some common ground.
I regret that my little brother sees me like this. I don?t like the example I set for him. Richard Ramos
I regret that my little brother sees me like this. I don?t like the example I set for him.
To me, it was a glaring example of the brutality of the killing. Jerry Glover
To me, it was a glaring example of the brutality of the killing.
We've regularly highlighted this account as an example of a big bank getting it right. Susan Hannums
We've regularly highlighted this account as an example of a big bank getting it right.
Example is not the main thing in influencing others. It is the only thing. Albert Schweitzer
Example is not the main thing in influencing others. It is the only thing.
Where is the problem in copying a good example of good governance? Karenga Ramadhani
Where is the problem in copying a good example of good governance?
Women can do a lot of things when they have to, and she was a prime example. Doris Williams
Women can do a lot of things when they have to, and she was a prime example.
We've talked to other zoos. This will be a great example. Maxine Clark
We've talked to other zoos. This will be a great example.
The New Bedford incident is a perfect example of why we need a federal law. Michael Lieberman
The New Bedford incident is a perfect example of why we need a federal law.
I'm very upset with him for what he did. I don't think it's an example for our youth. I don't care what he's done for our area. Phyllis Cole
I'm very upset with him for what he did. I don't think it's an example for our youth. I don't care what he's done for our area.
You can't control the uncle who drives you crazy, for example, but you can control your response to him. Joanne Herman
You can't control the uncle who drives you crazy, for example, but you can control your response to him.
The most famous example is probably early on in the Harper government. David Akin
The most famous example is probably early on in the Harper government.
We've got the best example going right now with the Astros. If there's anybody we can learn a lesson from right now, it's the Astros. Seth Payne
We've got the best example going right now with the Astros. If there's anybody we can learn a lesson from right now, it's the Astros.
The company has done a good job with their big-box stores, but it's also a good example of a retailer that has done it both ways. John Chamberlain
The company has done a good job with their big-box stores, but it's also a good example of a retailer that has done it both ways.
In Japan, for example, the debt deflation started in 1990 and price deflation started in 1992 or 1993. That's what we're in for right now. Lacy Hunt
In Japan, for example, the debt deflation started in 1990 and price deflation started in 1992 or 1993. That's what we're in for right now.
To us, it was a clear example to cut off criticism of the government. Alan Schlosser
To us, it was a clear example to cut off criticism of the government.
There?s no acceptable circumstance to put a child unprotected in your car, and it?s a terrible shame someone this famous, who could have set an example, did not do so. Jenny Robinson
There?s no acceptable circumstance to put a child unprotected in your car, and it?s a terrible shame someone this famous, who could have set an example, did not do so.
That's a small example of the type of person she is. Mary Pinkowski
That's a small example of the type of person she is.
She is an example of what we see everyday in southwest Florida, animals abandoned and neglected. Maria Brown
She is an example of what we see everyday in southwest Florida, animals abandoned and neglected.
It would be a great example of cooperation. It's a philanthropic activity that the community needs to get engaged with. Pat Burns
It would be a great example of cooperation. It's a philanthropic activity that the community needs to get engaged with.
They are the milestone of the team. They lead by example and really showed that. Andrew Nugnes
They are the milestone of the team. They lead by example and really showed that.
It was designed to attempt to make an example of me. But I think they have an uphill battle to prove those infractions. Wayne Svaren
It was designed to attempt to make an example of me. But I think they have an uphill battle to prove those infractions.
For example, one student put together a drumming group to show how different cultures drum. Desiree Manuel
For example, one student put together a drumming group to show how different cultures drum.
Maybe if I could ever be a successful comedian then I could be an example that Christians can also have fun. Victoria Jackson
Maybe if I could ever be a successful comedian then I could be an example that Christians can also have fun.
More and more businesses have invested in good health among their employees. It's an example of doing well for the bottom line as well as for employee health. Michael Fiore
More and more businesses have invested in good health among their employees. It's an example of doing well for the bottom line as well as for employee health.
Competition continues to be intense in wireless. This is yet another example of that. Kevin Roe
Competition continues to be intense in wireless. This is yet another example of that.
For example, a restaurant would have a much lower bid than, say, a mortgage company.... Robyn Rose
For example, a restaurant would have a much lower bid than, say, a mortgage company....
Snap-on really worked with me to get the time off. I really appreciated what they did. It set an example of what a company should do so that I could go help. Danny Leblanc
Snap-on really worked with me to get the time off. I really appreciated what they did. It set an example of what a company should do so that I could go help.
For example, Wallace is a deeply flawed character. Peter Lord
For example, Wallace is a deeply flawed character.
This is the perfect example that things are continuing to move. And something finally gave way. Lauren Wonder
This is the perfect example that things are continuing to move. And something finally gave way.
For example we use the word, 'Hot,' then on the back of the item will be a description about the effects of global warming. Joan Maloney
For example we use the word, 'Hot,' then on the back of the item will be a description about the effects of global warming.
It's an interesting example of the way war shapes a culture. Jenny Thompson
It's an interesting example of the way war shapes a culture.
This is another example of why people should please not come back to the city. We don't have the services for them. Crystal Holmes
This is another example of why people should please not come back to the city. We don't have the services for them.
The value of our corn went down pretty dramatically. That's an example of why it's important. Rob Elliott
The value of our corn went down pretty dramatically. That's an example of why it's important.
As of December, they are totally paid off. They are a good example that it can be done. They never missed a beat. Cassandra Dunn
As of December, they are totally paid off. They are a good example that it can be done. They never missed a beat.
Who have set an example for responsible, progressive patriotism. Will Marshall
Who have set an example for responsible, progressive patriotism.
It's a classic example of what always happens when workers have issues with management. Marcus Courtney
It's a classic example of what always happens when workers have issues with management.
Climate change is one particularly striking example of an environmental factor that can badly damage wealth. Karina Litvack
Climate change is one particularly striking example of an environmental factor that can badly damage wealth.
Since 1995, it's been mostly active, and this year is a clear example of that. Phil Klotzbach
Since 1995, it's been mostly active, and this year is a clear example of that.
He led by example and the way he played. He didn't have to talk. He was one of those guys who just played. Rob Dimaio
He led by example and the way he played. He didn't have to talk. He was one of those guys who just played.
The hope that Germany would be a shining European example for accelerated reforms has been dashed. Holger Schmieding
The hope that Germany would be a shining European example for accelerated reforms has been dashed.
Designed in 1959, the copper-clad dome is a great example of the more adventurous architectural feats of the twentieth century. Brian Campbell
Designed in 1959, the copper-clad dome is a great example of the more adventurous architectural feats of the twentieth century.
I've been there and done it. I'm a living example to a lot of folks that they can do the right thing too. Richard Garland
I've been there and done it. I'm a living example to a lot of folks that they can do the right thing too.
We've really moved far away from preventive surgery, and this is another example of that. David R. Flum
We've really moved far away from preventive surgery, and this is another example of that.
We didn't know we had such a good example so close by. Mark Morris
We didn't know we had such a good example so close by.
When you order something from a catalog, for example, and you give the street, there's snickering, always snickering. Nick Kopeloff
When you order something from a catalog, for example, and you give the street, there's snickering, always snickering.
It is a big example of survival. Shaukat Sultan
It is a big example of survival.
We have to lead by example. We can't ask the community to conserve if we're not doing it ourselves. It's not right. Duane Burk
We have to lead by example. We can't ask the community to conserve if we're not doing it ourselves. It's not right.
They made an example of him. Nancy Shave
They made an example of him.
If you're going to say 'other theories,' then you need to have an example of what 'other theories' is. Sheila Harkins
If you're going to say 'other theories,' then you need to have an example of what 'other theories' is.
This committee this morning is an example of how ineffectual a committee can be -- with less than 50 percent attendance. Don Blair
This committee this morning is an example of how ineffectual a committee can be -- with less than 50 percent attendance.
It's a second chance at life for a lot of people. I'm an example of that. Mike Strauss
It's a second chance at life for a lot of people. I'm an example of that.
Just because you run IBM, for example, doesn't mean you are exceptional at acquiring companies. Sheldon Goldman
Just because you run IBM, for example, doesn't mean you are exceptional at acquiring companies.
So here, for example, on a very bright sunny day, the camera was able to capture the detail on the blouse, despite how strong the sunlight was. Paul Reynolds
So here, for example, on a very bright sunny day, the camera was able to capture the detail on the blouse, despite how strong the sunlight was.
This is a flagrant example of demagoguery and hate-mongering. Aref Assaf
This is a flagrant example of demagoguery and hate-mongering.
It's not because we don't like them. Back there they can learn by example. Dawn Marie Angus
It's not because we don't like them. Back there they can learn by example.
And I think that a woman as chancellor can also serve as a good example. Angela Merkel
And I think that a woman as chancellor can also serve as a good example.
The bond market reacted directly to the equities market, like a textbook example. Naomi Hasegawa
The bond market reacted directly to the equities market, like a textbook example.
I think it's [the band] a great example of just what the students are capable of. Jim Mccann
I think it's [the band] a great example of just what the students are capable of.
I like to use the example that building a car is hard, but building the first car is quite hard. Joerg Appenzeller
I like to use the example that building a car is hard, but building the first car is quite hard.
It's a classic example of what causes a hunting accident in Texas. Tom Harvey
It's a classic example of what causes a hunting accident in Texas.
Alysha is a fine example of how young people can make a huge difference in their community. Lisa Jennings
Alysha is a fine example of how young people can make a huge difference in their community.
That, to me, is a good example of an average thing that the homeowner is not going to find out about until they get to the permit counter. Randy Bannecker
That, to me, is a good example of an average thing that the homeowner is not going to find out about until they get to the permit counter.
I ended up being an example. That let me know that this guy was serious. Mark Bradford
I ended up being an example. That let me know that this guy was serious.
One more example of this mayor being out of touch with the neighborhoods. Chester Coach Scott Langerock
One more example of this mayor being out of touch with the neighborhoods.
His victory was an example to every player on the Tour. George O'grady
His victory was an example to every player on the Tour.
It's very difficult for a small employer, ... For example, we do not offer any retirement benefits here. Bob Bishop
It's very difficult for a small employer, ... For example, we do not offer any retirement benefits here.
It's just one example of the increasing breakdown of any rules in the Congress. Fred Wertheimer
It's just one example of the increasing breakdown of any rules in the Congress.
Is this a coincidence, an example of amazing cluelessness, or something more deliberate? Charles Johnson
Is this a coincidence, an example of amazing cluelessness, or something more deliberate?
An American or European composer, for example, now has access to the music of various Asian, African, and South American cultures. George Crumb
An American or European composer, for example, now has access to the music of various Asian, African, and South American cultures.
The farm is an example of traditional, blended with technology. Justin Armstrong
The farm is an example of traditional, blended with technology.
We can bring crews in from other areas, too. If Monterey is hard hit and Bakersfield, for example, is not, we can bring crews in from there. Brian Swanson
We can bring crews in from other areas, too. If Monterey is hard hit and Bakersfield, for example, is not, we can bring crews in from there.
That's development. As an example, look back at last year. John Bickford
That's development. As an example, look back at last year.
They put the thought into it. They led by example. Joe Mirabito
They put the thought into it. They led by example.
Any time we play Colfax, I always try to lead by example. Axel Wadman
Any time we play Colfax, I always try to lead by example.
Compaq, for example, had too much product and slowed down the rate at which they built new machines. Art Russell
Compaq, for example, had too much product and slowed down the rate at which they built new machines.
Enron is truly an authentic emblem of corporate corruption and will serve as an example for quite some time. Derek Hong
Enron is truly an authentic emblem of corporate corruption and will serve as an example for quite some time.
It's another example of how asbestos can bite you. This issue is far from done. Rob Haines
It's another example of how asbestos can bite you. This issue is far from done.
All three of them are very solid defenders and lead by example. Debbie Eaton
All three of them are very solid defenders and lead by example.
We all know we must lead by example. Todd Tiahrt
We all know we must lead by example.
Law enforcement officers, city members, politicians, everyone is supposed to set an example. If they don't set an example, what is everyone gonna see? Jose Perez
Law enforcement officers, city members, politicians, everyone is supposed to set an example. If they don't set an example, what is everyone gonna see?
It is an example of two hands coming together. Bill Theroux
It is an example of two hands coming together.
It is another example of the energy that has returned to the browser marker. Mike Shaver
It is another example of the energy that has returned to the browser marker.
Employees love it. And it's an example of the way the communication inside the company has changed. Tom Pientok
Employees love it. And it's an example of the way the communication inside the company has changed.
We own the building, ... We as owners need to set an example. Alfred Anderson
We own the building, ... We as owners need to set an example.
This is just another example where the president and people in Congress could care less for everyday folks out there. Ed Perlmutter
This is just another example where the president and people in Congress could care less for everyday folks out there.
For example, before, they couldn't grab an object like a rattle. Now they can. Elizabeth Cohen
For example, before, they couldn't grab an object like a rattle. Now they can.
This is a blatant example of overreaching by the prosecutor. Edward Greenspan
This is a blatant example of overreaching by the prosecutor.
My grandfather was a great example of his generation. Ethan Hawke
My grandfather was a great example of his generation.
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