Past and to come, seems best; things present, worse.

Though I look old, yet I am strong and lusty; for in my youth I never did apply hot and rebellious liquors in my blood; and did not, with unbashful forehead, woo the means of weakness and debility: therefore my age is as a lusty winter, frosty but kindly.

Polonius: Do you know me, my lord? Hamlet: Excellent well. You are a fishmonger.

Ill deeds are doubled with an evil word.

For we, which now behold these present days, Have eyes to wonder, but lack tongues to praise.

I am your wife if you will marry me. If not, I'll die your maid. To be your fellow You may deny me, but I'll be your servant Whether you will or no.

Let the sap of reason quench the fire of passion.