Thomas Carlyle, 1795-1881
was a Scottish author, essayist, and historian
If you are ever in doubt as to whether or not you should kiss a pretty girl, give her the benefit of the doubt.
Ambrose (Gwinnett) Bierce, 1842-1914
was an US author and satirist
KISS, n. A word invented by the poets as a rhyme for “bliss.” It is supposed to signify, in a general way, some kind of rite or ceremony appertaining to a good understanding; but the manner of its performance is unknown to this lexicographer.
( “The Devil's Dictionary”, 1906 )
Ingrid Bergman, 1915-1982
was a Swedish movie actress
A kiss is a lovely trick, designed by nature, to stop words when speech becomes unnecessary.