as in proverb
a short sentence or phrase that expresses a rule guiding the behavior of a particular person or group
"Hope for the best and prepare for the worst" is my motto. The Scout motto is "Be prepared."
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Recent Examples of motto
Eradicate ransomware together is the motto of the Halcyon Threat Research Incentive Program, known as TRIP for short, which launched April 21.
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Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Here's everything to know about Mel Robbin's motto that has taken over the internet.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Overall, the essence of using a motto to improve your fitness is understanding that your internal dialogue can be a powerful asset in changing your behavior.
—Melanie Radzicki McManus, CNN Money, 10 Apr. 2025
Still, their motto holds firm: Nothing but the Best.
—Javier Hasse, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Here's everything to know about Mel Robbin's motto that has taken over the internet.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Overall, the essence of using a motto to improve your fitness is understanding that your internal dialogue can be a powerful asset in changing your behavior.
—Melanie Radzicki McManus, CNN Money, 10 Apr. 2025
Still, their motto holds firm: Nothing but the Best.
—Javier Hasse, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for motto
Noun
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The difficulty that arises is reminiscent of the old proverb about blind men groping different parts of an elephant.—
Dan McLaughlin,
National Review,
6 May 2025
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Even the most nonsensical attempts at new proverbs resulted in a confident explanation from Google's AI Overview, created right there on the spot.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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As the old saying goes, blood — and directorial instincts — are thicker than water.—
Josh Weiss,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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An old saying suggests a series isn’t a series until the road team wins a contest on the opponent’s home floor.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2025
Noun
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The words take on an emotional second meaning after Todd's death, playing like a farewell message from the actor himself, and that's not by accident.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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Read every single word, as there will be a pop quiz this week to test your knowledge.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
Noun
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War is hell — and Warfare does its damnedest to honor that old maxim.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Here, 20 Forbes Coaches Council members share some essential maxims for senior leaders to follow when offering feedback to direct reports, along with why these principles are so useful for providing guidance to build strong, high-performing teams. 1.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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But the soul of the Scorpion was not easily vanquished, proving the axiom that driving a slow car fast is better than driving a fast car slow.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
4 Apr. 2025
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It’s become a political axiom of sorts that policies championed largely by Democratic city leaders over the past half decade have resulted in rising crime levels.—
Christopher S. Warshaw,
The Conversation,
18 Apr. 2025
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This reflects a growing truth: emotional connection is a business asset.—
Jeff Fromm,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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During Atlanta’s first preseason workout, Griner gathered a few younger players and delivered some hard truths.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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“Motto.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motto. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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