After an argument, silence may mean acceptance or the continuation of resistance by other means.
The aphorism: a platitude that swerves, or slides all the way around.
The public is a hibernating bear, hard to awaken and fond of honey.
Electricity, water, gas, and steam course through the walls of my building, keeping it alive.
I am plain-speaking out of both sides of my mouth.
Your flattery is as full of contempt as your insults were.