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I mentioned the non-competitive spirit explicitly, because these days, excellence is a fashionable concept. But excellence is a competitive notion, and that is not what we are heading for: we are heading for perfection. ↗

— Edsger Dijkstra

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As a preacher of the Gospel, our late venerable Bishop must have been heard, to form an adequate conception of his superior excellence and commanding eloquence. ↗

— John Strachan

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Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence. ↗

— Vince Lombardi

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The quality of a person's life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor. ↗

— Vince Lombardi

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In today's global economy, however, it is important to raise the bar of excellence even higher. Today's students must be prepared to compete effectively on an international level. ↗

— Kenny Marchant

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Perfection has to do with the end product, but excellence has to do with the process. ↗

— Jerry Moran

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It's a nice feeling to go out in the world and look for excellence - the best in man. My subject is very valid. It's about people, and about life. ↗

— LeRoy Neiman

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Opportunity expands when there is excellence and choice in education, when taxes are lowered, when every citizen has affordable, portable health insurance and when constitutional freedoms are preserved. ↗

— Mitt Romney

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Excellence is a process that should occupy all our days. ↗

— Ted W. Engstrom

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Those who attain any excellence, commonly spend life in one pursuit; for excellence is not often gained upon easier terms. ↗

— Samuel Johnson

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