Failing Quotes by Woody Allen

9 Failing quotes by Woody Allen

Woody Allen’s trademark wit shines even when he talks about failing. In nine brief lines, he mixes self‑deprecation with sharp observation, delivering a quick, laugh‑filled perspective on mishaps.

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If you aren't failing, you aren't trying.

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If you don't fail now and again, it's a sign you're playing it safe.

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If you're not failing, you're not trying anything.

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If you aren't failing every now and then, you're probably playing it too safe.

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If you are not failing now and again, its a sign you are not doing anything very innovative

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If you're not failing every now and again, it's a sign you're not doing anything very innovative.

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In perpetrating a revolution, there are two requirements: someone or something to revolt against and someone to actually show up and do…

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Everybody knows how awful the world is and what a terrible situation it is and each person distorts it in a certain…

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As an artist, you are always striving toward an ultimate achievement but never seem to reach it. You shoot a film, and…

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Is old age really so terrible? Not if you've brushed your teeth faithfully.

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