His foe was folly and his weapon wit.

Telling the truth to people who misunderstand you is generally promoting a falsehood, isn't it?

I wish you would read a little poetry sometimes. Your ignorance cramps my conversation.

I may not understand, but I am willing to admire.

Unless you are a genius, it is best to aim at being intelligible.

[Dangerous characters abound in] Sweeney Todd. ... The Worst Pies in London.