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Quote by Oscar Wilde
As long as war is regarded as wicked, it will always have its fasc

As long as war is regarded as wicked, it will always have its fascination. When it is looked upon as vulgar, it will cease to be popular. – Oscar Wilde

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Do you really think it is weakness that yields to temptation? I tell you that there are terrible temptations which it requires strength, strength and courage to yield to. – Oscar Wilde

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There is only one thing in life worse than being talked about, and that is not being talked about. – Oscar Wilde

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