General statements omit what we really want to know. Example: some horses run faster than others.

My passions have never jumped out of the fireplace and set fire to the carpet.

The hero used to be the one in white. Now he is harder to spot.

To understand someone, find out how he spends his money.

I have forgiven you. Nevertheless, begone!

Couples who come to understand one another often part.

Guilt stirs me, but only to self-pity.