Quotes of Formality - somelinesforyou

“ Friendship is neither a formality nor a mode: it is rather a life. ”

- David Grayson

“ It is superstitious to put one's hopes in formalities, but arrogant to refuse to submit to them. ”

- Blaise Pascal

“ When your mother asks, Do you want a piece of advice? it is a mere formality. It doesn't matter if you answer yes or no. You're going to get it anyway. ”

- Erma Bombeck

“ A commercial society whose members are essentially ascetic and indifferent in social ritual has to be provided with blueprints and specifications for evoking the right tone for every occasion. ”

- Marshall McLuhan

“ Manners maketh man. ”

- William of Wykeham
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