Accord Quotations

My cousin Francis and I are in perfect accord - he wants Milan, and so do I.

I cannot doubt that women will line up, like the men elected, with the groups whose political thinking and convictions are in accord with their own political convictions.

If I decide to be an idiot, then I'll be an idiot on my own accord.

To act wisely when the time for action comes, to wait patiently when it is time for repose, put man in accord with the tides. Ignorance of this law results in periods of unreasoning enthusiasm on the one hand, and depression on the other.

However, the Department of Defense treats these detainees in accord with the Geneva Convention, even though that is not required because of the inhumane methods used by these killers.

Public notice does not necessarily accord with internal fulfilment.

Always think of what is useful and not what is beautiful. Beauty will come of its own accord.

Thanksgiving is a season that is very much in accord with the themes and teachings of Jesus Christ.

All you have to do is know where you're going. The answers will come to you of their own accord.

The highest purpose is to have no purpose at all. This puts one in accord with nature, in her manner of operation.

I did not destroy the 43 volumes of my diary, which report on all these events and the share I had in them; but of my own accord I handed them voluntarily to the officers of the American Army who arrested me.

The test of our social commitment and humanity is how we treat the most powerless of our fellow citizens, the respect we accord to our fellow human beings. That is what reveals our true culture.

The movements which I make I cannot possibly repress because, at the time, I am actually the idea I am interpreting, and naturally I picture my players and auditors as in accord with me. I know, of course, that my mannerisms have been widely discussed.

Global warming is a fact. Now it's up to liberals to make it a reality. Hence there is crucial importance in preventing powerful, greedy free market forces from getting in the way of worsening storms and rising sea levels. The Kyoto Accord is a good first step.

The possibility of an interim and temporary accord is under consideration.

Unfortunately mere visits to Skopje by high international representatives, discussions about inter-ethnic accord and admonitions to Albanian community leaders are not enough,

Throughout the process, builders have been pushing to resolve this dispute in a manner that leads to free trade, and we are pleased that this framework will ultimately lead to this favorable outcome. We urge both governments to quickly finalize the accord so that we can achieve this important objective as soon as possible.

What the president said very firmly yesterday is that the mandate of the Commission must be respected. But there is goodwill to explore all the terms of an accord which is indispensable,

Shake me off, then, sir--push me away; for I'll not leave you of my own accord.

There is no doubt that France supports an agreed position on close accord with Britain and Germany in the EU-3 group.

I am for peace. And I am for a negotiated peace. But this accord is not a just peace.

We regret the publication of this counter-declaration. It has a style which does not accord well with the traditional spirit of cooperation that has existed between Turkey and the EU over a period of more than 40 years,

I always felt better co-writing something - always co-writing. Because if I was the lead of it and it failed, then it failed on my own accord. I would say, "Well, I liked it or I screwed up. I take the hit on this one."

Secretary Strong is very adamant about the proprietary nature of this information; the governor is in one accord with secretary Strong.

Missouri is a compassionate state. And I think that in a very special way, they have demonstrated the compassion which they have, ... And I hope that the outcome of this election is a matter of comfort to Mrs. Carnahan. And I hope that we can all accord her the opportunity to have the kind of necessary recovery time after such a great personal loss.

Mr. Gretzky is very capable of dealing with this story on his own accord and we see nothing in this story that requires any Olympic response at this time.

I am convinced that we could sign a peace accord in less than a year.

France welcomes the announcement made in Baghdad and hopes that the accord will respond to expectations.

He enforced Missouri's Brady bill, its gun registration bill, even though he wasn't crazy about the law. And with respect to abortion, he rendered opinions as attorney general that were contrary to his personal beliefs but which upheld Missouri law and were in accord with, in fact, the pro-choice position at that time, because it was the law,

There is no accord yet, only an idea. This is a theme that needs to be examined when we receive a concrete proposal.

There is no accord yet, only an idea.

It is a demand that a law school accord the military 'most-favored-recruiter' status, even as the recruiters discriminate against the school's own students.

I think they will arrive at some accord giving a limited access to the people.

(Juppe) noted that the talks had progressed greatly and wanted pressure to be kept up on the two sides so that a final accord can be reached quickly,

The analysis we've done -- the rigorous structural analysis based on the last inspection report -- indicates that this bridge should not have fallen down on its own accord without something else happening to it.

We expect to arrive at an accord by the middle of the day on Wednesday.

Without a free trade agreement, no one, not national or foreign firms, will invest. We have many things that need to get done, and all those who oppose the free trade accord need to tell me how the heck we're going to do them.

We've listened to our customers and added the features they told us they wanted. The Accord Hybrid is unique in that it delivers performance and environmental responsibility without compromising one for the other.

We have been transparent about our logistical support for the Indonesian security forces. Support for the government security institutions is provided pursuant to government requests for its legitimate requirements and is in accord with our contract of work, applicable laws ... and internal procedures.

Using this image of raising the flag is an image that says 'look, we want a strong Saskatchewan in a strong Canada, and a chunk of getting there is a solid energy accord to develop the resources of Saskatchewan,

It is far more important that one's life should be perceived than that it should be transformed; for no sooner has it been perceived, than it transforms itself of its own accord.

When death is imminent and dying patients find their suffering unbearable, then the physician's role should shift from healing to relieving suffering in accord with the patient's wishes.

There is a sudden reluctance on the part of the prosecution to accord the accused persons their right of a fair and speedy trial.

What we're trying to locate is a newer-style red or burgundy Honda Accord. The information we've received is that there was a woman smoking in the Honda Accord and talking to a female passenger.

When people that are making $150,000 a year are complaining about having to drive the Accord on the weekends and keeping the thermostat at 75, the price of oil's having an impact.

This resolution is in accord with our basic principle that the authority and seriousness of the non-proliferation regime should be maintained.

There are a number of items that we want to see progress on and that is one reason why I am going to Sudan to make sure that the policies under the comprehensive peace accord are on track,

The recent demonstrations in different places in the United States show the imminent need for an immigration accord that meets the interests of both countries.

Thus, China is committed to the six-party nuclear talks as a means of keeping the lines of communication open and maintaining the status quo. Beijing is satisfied to play the role of convener and occasionally arbitrator, not dealmaker or enforcer. Achieving a nuclear accord is purely optional.

What that trade pact does to our farmers is criminal. If I become president, I will change it in at least seven areas, otherwise there won't be a trade accord with the United States.

were very careful to see that the terminology is in accord with the documents of the Holy See and with a whole series of documents previously published by this conference.

We do recognize that employees may of their own accord elect to share food items, cards and small gifts for co-workers.

Argentina says an agreement with the fund is not indispensable because they want to be able to keep on spending to boost the recovery, but they know they'll end up negotiating an accord because they need it.

Even for the Clinton Administration, the ends do not justify the means, ... As pleased as most of us are that Elian is reunited with his father ... our oversight responsibilities compel us to examine whether the conduct of the attorney general and the Department of Justice are in accord with federal law, effective law-enforcement procedures, and the Constitution.

The revolution of 1917 dramatically changed the destiny of our country, ... Keen not to allow confrontation in the future, in the interests of unity... I declare the November 7 (Revolution Day) holiday to be the Day of Accord and Reconciliation.

The U.N. is of the view that the elections were transparent and credible. It was conducted in accord with international best practices. We see no justification for any rerun of any election.

The scariest picture in town is the Hyundai Sonata. It's the best value in the automotive market. It has everything that a Honda Accord and a Toyota Camry has, and it's built in Alabama.

Despite the scoring, the results are absolutely in accord with our risk assessment.

As for Sweden v Denmark it is hard for it to end 2-2. 0-0 and 1-1 are results which are easier to achieve but 2-2 would make you think of an accord between the two sides.

This is an important generation for the future of hybrid vehicles. With these models as well as the Ford Escape and the Honda Accord we're starting to see hybrid versions of mainstream vehicles. The auto makers are giving customers a direct choice: to opt for hybrid technology on a given model, or not. Will they pay the premium for the hybrid technology when everything else about the vehicle is the same?

This accord shows the Europeans and the Chinese authorities know how to be pragmatic to solve the blockages which would have caused financial difficulties for French firms this year,

This accord only put off a fact that will be uncomfortable for us again. It's an immediate relief ... (but) I don't think it will resolve the problems of Argentina.

There's a lot of deep distrust with the accord in the military.

At least one way of measuring the freedom of any society is the amount of comedy that is permitted, and clearly a healthy society permits more satirical comment than a repressive, so that if comedy is to function in some way as a safety release then it must obviously deal with these taboo areas. This is part of the responsibility we accord our licensed jesters, that nothing be excused the searching light of comedy. If anything can survive the probe of humour it is clearly of value, and conversely all groups who claim immunity from laughter are claiming special privileges which should not be granted.

It was a properly designed project, done in accord with all plans and permits.

The two sides reached an accord to pay $12m for each of the 426 HIV infected children and 20 mothers who are also contaminated with HIV.

The two sides reached an accord to pay 10 million for each of the 426 HIV infected children and 20 mothers who are also contaminated with HIV.

The two sides reached an accord to pay 10 million (euros) for each of the 426 HIV-infected children and 20 mothers who are also contaminated with HIV.

This is a very American question. We are very different people and we don't accord any high status to these machines. I don't know anyone who cares who cleans the ice.

I'm greatly concerned with the cavalier attitude of this Darby Accord with making these plans while ignoring the landowners. I'm glad you are finally taking into account the thoughts of the landowners.

I own a Jaguar, but I bought it eight years old and paid $11,000 for it in cash. You can't get a new Honda Accord for that, ... I could have afforded a more expensive car, but wouldn't have been able to pay for it without having to make car payments.

Investors do not appreciate the superior financial dynamics at Apple and do not accord it the valuation it deserves - because, in our minds ­­-- Apple is still viewed by many as a reformed alcoholic - just one step away from returning to the gutter. We have a different view and think there is a great team.

In accord with long-standing norm, every member of the current Supreme Court declined to furnish such information. The line each justice drew in response to pre-confirmation questioning is crucial to the health of the federal judiciary.

Once you become aware that the main business that you are here for is to know God, most of life's problems fall into place of their own accord.

It is a great happiness when men's professions and their inclinations accord.

I can't decide if the accord was a genuine attempt to bring the groups together that failed or a bid to divide the Sunnis that succeeded.

God will never allow any action against you that is not in accord with His will for you. And His will is always directed to our good.

I see this evident, that we willingly accord to piety only the services that flatter our passions.

You could arguably get just as well or better fuel economy with a four-cylinder gasoline Accord for $8,000 to $10,000 less.

The Civic hybrid is no problem and selling very well, but we're going to re-evaluate our posture on the Accord hybrid.

The Chinese agreed with the long-term goals but were not in accord with everything we are trying to do in the short term.

The challenge to the president is therefore important because if he does not want to give some acknowledgment to the protest, if he does not want to accord respect to the congressional Black Caucus, the civil rights leadership, the fraternal leadership, and those mainline leaders, then he's still faced with this group, which is posing him the same challenge in terms of public policy.

An accord would alleviate the debt payments situation but as long as it is not an impediment to maintaining the progress of the economy. We would not be in a position to meet surplus levels that mean deep changes in the economy.

The meeting will try to overcome obstacles and try to reach an accord over redeployment in Hebron,

Everything vanishes round me and good works rise from me of their own accord.

You have much more power when you are working for the right thing than when you are working against the wrong thing. And, of course, if the right thing is established wrong things will fade away of their own accord.

Some of the best things that have happened in my stories have happened seemingly of their own accord. The writer becomes a listener, just writing things down as they come.

Our psyche is set up in accord with the structure of the universe, and what happens in the macrocosm likewise happens in the infinitesimal and most subjective reaches of the psyche

The good things of life are produced by learning with hard work; the bad are reaped of their own accord, without hard work.

There are two distinct classes of what are called thoughts: those that we produce in ourselves by reflection and the act of thinking, and those that bolt into the mind of their own accord

Not until we dare to regard ourselves as a nation, not until we respect ourselves, can we gain the esteem of others, or rather only then will it come of its own accord

Always set high value on spontaneous kindness. He whose inclination prompts him to cultivate your friendship of his own accord will love you more than one whom you have been at pains to attach to you.

Science and religion are in full accord, but science and faith are in complete discord.

Flatterers and men of learning do not accord well with each other.

Life consists in penetrating the unknown, and fashioning our actions in accord with the new knowledge thus acquired.

Je ne suis pas d'accord avec ce que vous dites, mais je d‚fendrai jusqu'... la mort le droit que vous avez de le dire/ I do not agree with what you have to say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it