Attention Quote by Bob Newhart

“Comedians are never really on vacation because you're always at attention... that antenna is always out there.”

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As an actor, you generally want to see the other actor's face.

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You shouldn't get too close to the truth, because then maybe you stop being funny.

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Our inventions are wont to be pretty toys, which distract our attention from serious things. They are but improved means to an unimproved end.

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