What are some of the well known phrases/'wisdoms' that you don't agree with?

What are some of the well known phrases/'wisdoms' that you don't agree with?
by

1 Answer

Answer :

I can’t.
by

Related questions

When dishing out GA's, do you give only to those answers you agree with, or do you also give to answers you don't agree with, but were presented very well nonetheless?

Description : When dishing out GA's, do you give only to those answers you agree with, or do you also give to answers you don't agree with, but were presented very well nonetheless?

Last Answer : answer:I'd give this a good question, but it really should have been posted in meta ;-) I like to think I give GAs if the argument is well made regardless. However, I'm fairly certain that when I'm ... not a post is well done, I may be biased by my belief in whether the statement is correct. ;-)

Do you agree with taoism philosophy of 'wu wei', don't act and let everything flow?

Description : Do you agree with taoism philosophy of 'wu wei', don't act and let everything flow?

Last Answer : For the most part, yes. I think we should let natural processes happen the best we can. But everyone’s perception of “natural processes” is different, so it’s hard to gauge.

What are some phrases that don't exactly make sense?

Description : What are some phrases that don't exactly make sense?

Last Answer : I work in banquets and I can sort of explain the bar thing.. a “host bar” is what most people call an “open bar”, it means the host of the event is paying for the liquor. No-host would mean that no host is paying for the bar. We also call this a “cash bar”.

Are there any terms, phrases, or words that you don't like but you use them anyway?

Description : Are there any terms, phrases, or words that you don't like but you use them anyway?

Last Answer : Homosexual and heterosexual. We’re forced into this binary, and it’s just not accurate. Sexuality lies on a spectrum.

The most abused and overused comments and phrases seen on Youtube?

Description : The most abused and overused comments and phrases seen on Youtube?

Last Answer : On Youtube and just about every other website, the “First!!!!!!!” comment. Seriously, who gives a crap if you were the first to comment?

Are these phrases truthful, or does effort really not pay off?

Description : Are these phrases truthful, or does effort really not pay off?

Last Answer : of course it’s bs. My parents also told me a fairy came and collected my teeth and left money under my pillow.

If you try to please everyone, you might as well kiss your ass goodbye. How far do you agree with this statement?

Description : If you try to please everyone, you might as well kiss your ass goodbye. How far do you agree with this statement?

Last Answer : answer:It is imperative that you love yourself as you are and that you try to make your own life happy and fulfilling. Caring for others can come out of that. Trying to please everyone else is a no-win game.

How well the results of an experiment agree with the accepted value.?

Description : How well the results of an experiment agree with the accepted value.?

Last Answer : cell

Which of the following statements would you most likely to agree with? (a) Every teacher must be a good communicator (b) a teacher may be an average communicator but must know his subject well. (c) Mastery of subject is essential; communicator skills are secondary (d) None of the above

Description : Which of the following statements would you most likely to agree with? (a) Every teacher must be a good communicator (b) a teacher may be an average communicator but must know his subject well. (c) Mastery of subject is essential; communicator skills are secondary (d) None of the above

Last Answer : (a) Every teacher must be a good communicator

Which of the following situations would invoke "question of law"? a) Disputing parties do not agree to the valuation arrived by the valuer. b) Disputing parties do not agree to choice of the selected valuer. c) Valuer has departed from the well accepted principles of valuations. d) Valuer did not submit its report within the time.

Description : Which of the following situations would invoke "question of law"? a) Disputing parties do not agree to the valuation arrived by the valuer. b) Disputing parties do not agree to choice of the ... from the well accepted principles of valuations. d) Valuer did not submit its report within the time.

Last Answer : c) Valuer has departed from the well accepted principles of valuations.

What surprising things do most people miss when they don’t read the full terms of service on products and just hit “agree”?

Description : What surprising things do most people miss when they don’t read the full terms of service on products and just hit “agree”?

Last Answer : Being forced to give up their first born son

Do you agree or disagree with this person's theory on why most Americans don't like jazz music?

Description : Do you agree or disagree with this person's theory on why most Americans don't like jazz music?

Last Answer : There may be something in what he says, but (based only on his name, and not having read the entire article) I presume that he is Japanese, and partly for that reason he is extrapolating into ... (badly written) assertion The current market share of Jazz in America is mere 3 percent, explained.

If you don't support Trump, who is scarier, him or the people who agree with him?

Description : If you don't support Trump, who is scarier, him or the people who agree with him?

Last Answer : It’s a dead heat. Sometimes it reminds me of Adolph and the Brown Shirts.

What fact are you absolutely convinced is true you have yet to share as you think people don't want to agree with it?

Description : What fact are you absolutely convinced is true you have yet to share as you think people don't want to agree with it?

Last Answer : Men love the spanking too. :)

Do you agree that you don't just marry the person, you marry the family?

Description : Do you agree that you don't just marry the person, you marry the family?

Last Answer : Yes, because the family isn't going anywhere. You're going to see them on holidays and weekends, and you'll meet when something needs to be moved, and it is not uncommon for Grandma to look after ... by your family. Even if they all die off, their impressions will still be there in your character.

Would you let your son join Cub Scouts if you don't agree with their position on homosexuality?

Description : Would you let your son join Cub Scouts if you don't agree with their position on homosexuality?

Last Answer : I would .They teach so much more to a young kid. I don’t think they preach about sexuality to cubs.

Do you think it is hypocritical to utilize a loophole or law that you don't agree with?

Description : Do you think it is hypocritical to utilize a loophole or law that you don't agree with?

Last Answer : At the end of the day, you have to look in the mirror and feel good about your conscience. Have you set a fine example for your children? The exceptions are probably different for everyone. I try to be consistent…but, for everyone, I suppose it depends upon the challenges.

Are you one that dares to speak out about things that you don't agree with?

Description : Are you one that dares to speak out about things that you don't agree with?

Last Answer : I will always speak out against things I disagree with. I try to be tactful, but that is not always possible.

How do you deal with a manager you don't agree with?

Description : How do you deal with a manager you don't agree with?

Last Answer : f*** him If you smart you can do what you’re doing anywhere

If you are against war but have family in the military do you ever find that you resent them for fighting in wars that you don't agree should be happening?

Description : If you are against war but have family in the military do you ever find that you resent them for fighting in wars that you don't agree should be happening?

Last Answer : The answer is not to argue with or attack people carrying out policy, but to work to change policy including making your opinions known to elected officials with the ability to make those changes.

Why is it acceptable to make sexist jokes about an underage girl, just because you don't agree with her mother's political views?

Description : Why is it acceptable to make sexist jokes about an underage girl, just because you don't agree with her mother's political views?

Last Answer : I really thought it was tasteless. Pick on the adults, but leave the children alone.

What does everyone who reads the following statement have in common: 'I don't agree with this statement' -Riddles

Description : What does everyone who reads the following statement have in common: 'I don't agree with this statement' -Riddles

Last Answer : They don't agree with it.

Can a school force you to agree to a privacy policy you don't agree with?

Description : Can a school force you to agree to a privacy policy you don't agree with?

Last Answer : If you are following the school guidelines and not violating them, then why worry to be failed. Teachers can only fail you if you are not performing in class physically or online class.

From the moment conception takes place human life is a struggle for survival, do you agree?

Description : From the moment conception takes place human life is a struggle for survival, do you agree?

Last Answer : Of course it’s a struggle for survival. You are born to die.

Do you agree that each and every human is trapped in a different way?

Description : Do you agree that each and every human is trapped in a different way?

Last Answer : We’re only as trapped as we allow ourselves to be. Sometimes you have to say screw it and try something else.

Do you agree with the idea that all suffering in life is caused by desire or that life in itself is suffering?

Description : Do you agree with the idea that all suffering in life is caused by desire or that life in itself is suffering?

Last Answer : It is said that you do not see the highs, if you have not suffered the lows. And one mans suffering is anothers mans daily occurrence. I am not sure what its relationship is to desire though?

Do you agree with this quote? Why or why not?

Description : Do you agree with this quote? Why or why not?

Last Answer : It’s one way to describe giving a child up for adoption, or having an abortion. Often, an unprepared parent that does not carry a child to term or gives it up is doing the best possible thing for a child, avoiding the raising of a child under less than desirable circumstances.

Would you agree that everything we do, is out of selfishness?

Description : Would you agree that everything we do, is out of selfishness?

Last Answer : answer:There are a lot of psychologists who argue that true altruism does not exist because even the most selfless acts have some ostensible self-interested motivation behind them ( feeling good, glory, fame, ... feel about it, but it makes sense and I can't come up with a valid counterpoint.

Do you agree with: "Forgiveness is the power that breaks the chains of bitterness and the shackles of selfishness" ?

Description : Do you agree with: "Forgiveness is the power that breaks the chains of bitterness and the shackles of selfishness" ?

Last Answer : I absolutely agree. I honestly belive forgivness is the answer to all things. With it, the world can be a much better place.

Do you agree with the statement: "the biggest fuss in the making of man's history is the notion that war are fought to save civilization"?

Description : Do you agree with the statement: "the biggest fuss in the making of man's history is the notion that war are fought to save civilization"?

Last Answer : Honestly, I don’t think the “save civilization” rationale has been invoked nearly as often as the “God wants us to snuff those bastards” rationale.

Do you agree with this quote "Killing one man is like killing all of humanity"?

Description : Do you agree with this quote "Killing one man is like killing all of humanity"?

Last Answer : Totally disagree.

Do you agree with: "sometimes real strength is having power and choosing not to use it"?

Description : Do you agree with: "sometimes real strength is having power and choosing not to use it"?

Last Answer : I completely agree with that statement.

Do you agree with this : " You can love a lot of people in this world but there's only one person that you love the most. " ?

Description : Do you agree with this : " You can love a lot of people in this world but there's only one person that you love the most. " ?

Last Answer : answer:When I broke up with my 1st boyfriend I was a limbo for years, I thought I wouldn't find anyone and he was the only one I loved the most. But a few years later, I met my ex, and I had the ... love the most now. So my motto is to live today and future, love the one is here now not the past.

Do you agree with the following quote? Is being happy a matter of human will? Is it elusive?

Description : Do you agree with the following quote? Is being happy a matter of human will? Is it elusive?

Last Answer : Yes…100% The upside is you can get a good piece of it with just a little effort!

Will you agree that an international law regarding parents who dump their 15-19 Yo kids should be created?

Description : Will you agree that an international law regarding parents who dump their 15-19 Yo kids should be created?

Last Answer : answer:Not really - not for anyone over 18 years old any ways. I think 15 years old is a little young to be kicked out though. I'm not sure what the penalty for parents should be. I ... incapable to care for themselves - even then, those people will usually end up in a special care facility.

Do you agree that love is used as an excuse for many things ?

Description : Do you agree that love is used as an excuse for many things ?

Last Answer : Yes.

So finally, you DO agree with me that all pain, physical and emotional goes away only when we die?

Description : So finally, you DO agree with me that all pain, physical and emotional goes away only when we die?

Last Answer : answer:Uh, no. I’ve had pain. It’s gone away. Other kind of pain, that too has gone away (see my questions about hemmoroids and fissures). Emotional pain, but feeling great right now, thanks. I gotta disagree. Feel better.

"We all love to instruct, though we can teach only what is not worth knowing." Agree or disagree?

Description : "We all love to instruct, though we can teach only what is not worth knowing." Agree or disagree?

Last Answer : I have to say I disagree, because I feel I have been “taught” a great deal from ask-public users. Answers here have given me some new perspectives and insights. I learn every time I’m here. Cheesy but true.

"We do not see things as they are, we see things as we are." ~ Anaïs Nin ~Would you agree?

Description : "We do not see things as they are, we see things as we are." ~ Anaïs Nin ~Would you agree?

Last Answer : It’s called your “Lens of perception” and it does indeed, color and influence what you see, or perceive.

Do you agree that 'suffering is optional' and that humanity desires it?

Description : Do you agree that 'suffering is optional' and that humanity desires it?

Last Answer : We’re supposed to suffer. It’s acceptance of that fact which brings us equanimity, I thought. I could be wrong, though.

Do you agree- life's full of opposites?

Description : Do you agree- life's full of opposites?

Last Answer : yea i guess

What are some common phrases at work you can't stand?

Description : What are some common phrases at work you can't stand?

Last Answer : “We are a family” just means they’re gonna overwork the fuck outta you

What are some phrases you or/and your group of friends used to say that are no longer said or used?

Description : What are some phrases you or/and your group of friends used to say that are no longer said or used?

Last Answer : Wicked awesome !

If you were a fortune cookie author what would some of your phrases be?

Description : If you were a fortune cookie author what would some of your phrases be?

Last Answer : “That sushi wasn’t fresh”.

What are some archaic phrases and/or words that you remember?

Description : What are some archaic phrases and/or words that you remember?

Last Answer : Please and thank you. Don’t harsh my buzz. Don’t harsh my mellow. I didn’t inhale.

What are some useful phrases(or Icebreakers, conversation starters) to be used on a Boat heading to London?

Description : What are some useful phrases(or Icebreakers, conversation starters) to be used on a Boat heading to London?

Last Answer : Pourquoi?? Pourquoi ça vous plaît, vous moquer de nous? Je pose cette question sérieusement.

What are some phrases that you despise the most?

Description : What are some phrases that you despise the most?

Last Answer : Fashionable in recent years (starting in 1980s?): “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” I still agree with the opposite assertion: “If at first you don’t succeed, try again.” Techie version: “If at first you don’t succeed, that’s one data point…”

What are some good phrases to dismiss the importance of bean counting?

Description : What are some good phrases to dismiss the importance of bean counting?

Last Answer : answer:“There are lies, damned lies, and statistics.” – Mark Twain “You cannot feed the hungry on statistics” – Heinrich Heine “A single death is a tragedy, a million deaths is a statistic.” – Josef Stalin “It’s clearly a budget. It’s got a lot of numbers in it.” – George W. Bush

What are some differences in English phrases and usage in various English speaking countries?

Description : What are some differences in English phrases and usage in various English speaking countries?

Last Answer : Half past four and quarter past four, as opposed to 4.30 and a quarter after four…

Isn't it funny how some phrases just seem right in a particular language?

Description : Isn't it funny how some phrases just seem right in a particular language?

Last Answer : answer:Not in writing, but I really like to say Eso si que es . Mostly because anyone who doesn't know what I'm saying looks at me funny and says Socks? Also, I have no idea how to spell it ... Mox me nix sous . My grandmother said it all the time, and said it means Makes me no difference .