Common denominator Quote by Terry Fallis

“Language at its best is a useful tool, though by its very nature it artificially divides, reduces and oversimplifies.”

— Daniel M. Ingram

“Language at its best is a useful tool, though by its very nature it artificially divides, reduces and over-simplifies. Hopefully,”

— Daniel M. Ingram

“Standard English is a convenient abstraction, like the average man.”

— George Leslie Brook

“English is the most dominant language in the world philosophically, culturally, and Jarod Kintzically.”

— Jarod Kintz

“The problem with defending the purity of the English language is that English is about as pure as a cribhouse whore. We don't just…

— James D. Nicoll

“English is not merely a language anymore; it has become a way of life for millions of non-native English speakers around the world.”

— M.F. Moonzajer

“Language is a bountiful gift and its usage, an elaboration of community and society, is a sacred work. Language and usage evolve over time:…

— Muriel Barbery

“One should always cite what one does not understand at all in the language one understands the least.”

— Voltaire

A common language is the most obvious binding element in any society.

— Michael Howard

“The English language is under assault by stupid people who use words they don't understand, and is defended by pompous asses who like to…

— Tim Cameron

“To use language is to enter into the territory of categories, which are as necessary as they are dangerous.”

— Rebecca Solnit

“A language is a means of communication and should be lived rather than taught.”

— Benny Lewis