Reputation is an idle and most false imposition; oft got without merit, and lost without deserving.
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Reputation is an idle and most false imposition; oft got without merit, and lost without deserving.
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Pleasure and action make the hours seem short.
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With mirth and laughter let old wrinkles come.
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All's well that ends well.
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It is better to be alone than in bad company.
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Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passion, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence.
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I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just; that his justice cannot sleep forever.
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National honor is national property of the highest value.
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Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish.
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It is a damn poor mind indeed which can't think of at least two ways to spell any word.
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