Provocative Quotes

159 Provocative quotes by 135 unique authors

Our aims are absolutely clear: They are a high living standard in the country and a secure, free and comfortable life. — Vladimir Putin
Russia needs a strong state power and must have it. But I am not calling for totalitarianism. — Vladimir Putin
Religious symbols should be visible in public space, in a dignified and non-provocative manner. Christmas trees here, Jewish menorahs there and, further along, a minaret… — Tariq Ramadan
Unemployment insurance is a pre-paid vacation for freeloaders. — Ronald Reagan
It is true that I am often startled and even angered and repulsed by the strange directions and provocative content of new forms that seem… — David Rockefeller
Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and try to be that perfectly. — Saint Francis de Sales
We can have skills training in mindfulness so that we are using our attention to perceive something in the present moment. This perception is not… — Sharon Salzberg
You're only given a little spark of madness. You mustn't lose it. — Robin Williams
No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world. — Robin Williams
Darwin wasn't just provocative in saying that we descend from the apes - he didn't go far enough. We are apes in every way, from… — Frans de Waal
If you want to live a happy life, tie it to a goal, not to people or things. — Albert Einstein
Let me assure you that my intent is not to offend or merely be provocative. I'm simply worried. — Sam Harris
Say 'provoking' again. Your mouth looks provocative when you do. — Becca Fitzpatrick
There is nothing more provocative than minding your own business. — William S. Burroughs
Finnick?" I say, "Maybe some pants?" He looks down at his legs as if noticing his outfit for the first time. Then he whips off… — Suzanne Collins
Vampire? Such a provocative word, wrapped in too many clichés and girly novels. — Matt Haig
A faint smile that made every tiny hair on her body rise in quivering attention. "How fast can you run?" A wolf's question. — Nalini Singh
I want you cool and regal, earthy and impertinent, spoiling for a fight and abashed at your own temper. I want you flushed with exertion… — Connie Brockway
Unusual yet beautiful. Provocative while remaining elegant. — Erin Morgenstern
Freedom includes the right to say what others may object to and resent... The essence of citizenship is to be tolerant of strong and provocative… — John Diefenbaker
I like the most provocative and most surprising partnerships on stage. Intensity and surprise. — Mikhail Baryshnikov
It is a fascinating and provocative thought that a body of water deserves to be considered as an organism in its own right. — Lyall Watson
I do love the provocative side of my collection, but I also like the classics - the simpler skirts and the sweater sets and the… — Thom Browne
I like to maintain my collection as a provocative collection that makes people think. While certainly my stamp will be visible on Black Fleece, it… — Thom Browne
That human beings seek their own well-being and that of those close to them is not an especially provocative discovery. What is important is that… — Thomas Woods

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