Famous Quotes & Sayings

The preparation and the process of guaranteeing Iraqis a vote since January has been difficult, due to security issues. But despite these huge challenges, we achieved our objective and managed to hold the follow up election in December.

The quality of Mark's record with us goes without saying and he is a very talented player. Like all players who come up against their former clubs, I'm sure he will be wanting to perform well. He's a Leeds lad and he achieved a lot with the Rhinos, but we have both moved on now. We are well aware of Mark's strengths and weaknesses.

Chris Jones

We are delighted to have achieved 'Highly Commended' in this prestigious category at this year's 3GSM Awards. 3GSM has proven to be a great success for our team, with immense interest being shown in our offerings.

I woke up on the plane this morning and was turning on my phone and I had to put my pin number in. That's when I realized that since the age of 10 I've been using 2012 as my pin number. But now that I've won gold in the 2012 Olympics, I've achieved that goal and, for the first time in 14 years, I'll have to change my pin.

I was very nervous and I didn't expect to be in this position to start. It's my first Games, I'm very young and I wanted to be in the top five before I got here, so I achieved my objectives.

Lawrie Sanchez

I was brought in 18 months ago to create shocks. This one's up there. The players have achieved immortality in Northern Irish folklore. You live for these moments.

Jason David Frank

When it comes to belts and rank, I don't care what belt I am; I don't care what rank I am. I'm proud that I've achieved high ranks through some great instructors around the world, but ultimately, the mat doesn't lie.

We do not expect breakthroughs to be achieved in the next three days in all issues mentioned in the joint statement,

Without concerted and coordinated political action, the gains achieved in reducing the burden of infectious disease will be washed away as a new wave of preventable illnesses engulfs those least able to protect themselves.

We ended 2005 on a very strong note, and achieved record revenues and operating cash flow for the year. We successfully managed through a period of increased energy costs and generated higher free cash flow to improve our credit quality. Over the course of the year, we achieved many strategic milestones, including the acquisition of a major wind energy company in the U.S. and the start of many new projects and platform expansions in various markets around the world.

Lionel Messi

We can't be overconfident. It happened to us when we were leading 2-1 in last year's game. Chelsea has players who can score two goals at any moment and we have to realize we have achieved nothing yet.

Peabo Bryson

To have achieved something that represents music that is played long after my bones are dust, I don't look at it as an epitaph, although it could be.

Fred Moore

To have achieved core profitability and steady growth within such a short window of time is a testament to the remarkable dedication of our staff and board, as well as the community's overwhelming support of a truly local institution.

We are pleased that the first oil production has been achieved on schedule and on budget,

We are pleased that our strong top-line momentum continued this quarter across all operating divisions and on top of the outstanding growth achieved in the year ago period. We are especially encouraged that global pricing was positive for the first time in two years, despite difficult cost and competitive environments.

We are pleased that guests who visit and experience Hong Kong Disneyland come away happy and satisfied. Our top priority is to continue to bring safe, quality family entertainment to guests from all over the world. We think we have achieved that.

Cyril Connolly

Never would it occur to a child that a sheep, a pig, a cow or a chicken was good to eat, while, like Milton's Adam, he would eagerly make a meal off fruits, nuts, thyme, mint, peas and broad beans which penetrate further and stimulate not only the appetite but other vague and deep nostalgias. We are closer to the Vegetable Kingdom than we know; is it not for man alone that mint, thyme, sage, and rosemary exhale ''crush me and eat me!'' -- for us that opium poppy, coffee-berry, tea-plant and vine perfect themselves? Their aim is to be absorbed by us, even if it can only be achieved by attaching themselves to roast mutton.

Nearly 20 million of the 21 million people already had drug coverage. The voluntary enrollment rate compares miserably with the rate achieved in the 11-month period when Medicare was originally launched in 1966. Nearly all eligible Americans signed up for the program back then.

On the federal front, we achieved an historical win with the House passage of the bill updating the Endangered Species Act, and we will continue to work with the Senate as they take this issue up this year. In addition, we will continue to bring attention to the permanent repeal of the Death Tax.

I was focusing on getting the win, but I did think about getting to 2,000 as well. I think it is very cool that Lance and I achieved this on the same night. We have both worked hard to get here, and he is a great player. To do this on the same night is definitely cool.

I wouldn't want it to be a demoralizing experience for the boys, because young men's egos are fragile. But given an opportunity to allow all the players to participate today, that would have been my goal. And I think that could have been better achieved had we played nine innings.

Mark Messier

I wouldn't come back to play for that reason, ... I know that was talked about, but there has to be other reasons. I thought I achieved a lot in my 25 years and it was time to go.

Steve Shaw

I would rate what MotionFX have achieved as nothing short of fantastic,

Dave Freudenthal

I would request that the discussion of removing seasonal wildlife stipulations be replaced with a focus on increasing federal dollars for staff and technical expertise related to pipelines, permitting and environmental analysis, ... By shifting the dialogue to address these needs, our state's wildlife will be protected and development can be achieved at an increased pace.

But altogether, we think that we have a better chance of maintaining the type of stability we have achieved in Asia through a full dialogue with China, and that's what we'll be working on with Minister Chi's visit.

China will strengthen its clampdown on financial crimes including beefing up supervising and oversight systems and improving its legal system to prevent such violations. China has achieved big improvement on the issue last year.

Hu Jintao

China's development will be achieved through striving for a peaceful international environment and its development will promote world peace in return,

Wen Jiabao

China has undergone earthshaking changes and achieved world-stunning successes,

James Murphy

I make dance music, or disco, ... And dance music isn't really about anything. I can tell if it's working: Are people dancing? Yes.' Then I've achieved my goal.

I look forward to continuing my coaching career at Kent State. My goal, as it has been since the day I arrived at Kent State, is to continue the tradition our program has developed. We will strive to maintain the high level of excellence Kent State basketball has achieved in recent years.

Hjalmar Branting

I have already mentioned that recent years have brought with them much disillusionment concerning what has so far been achieved by humanity.

Rashad McCants

I felt like I achieved all the deeds I wanted to in college, ... The goal this year was to win the national championship and we did that. Now my dream is to shake (NBA commissioner) David Stern's hand and play for an NBA team.

I firmly believe Kenny and Andy have the integrity and work ethic to succeed as head coaches. I'm excited about seeing the progress of their programs. I brag on those guys a lot. I'm awfully proud of what they've achieved on and off the court, and as friends.