(pleading with her sister to not break the law by burying her brother) “ And now, our two brothers died, Each killed by the other’s sword. And only we are left: But oh, Antigone, think how much more terrible than these Our own death would be if we should go against Creon And do what he has forbidden! ”

(trying to remain neutral after an argument) “Go then, if you feel that you must. You are unwise, but a loyal friend indeed to those who love you.”