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Quote by Oscar Wilde
Do you really think it is weakness that yields to temptation? I te

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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I always pass on good advice. It is the only thing to do with it. It is never of any use to oneself. – Oscar Wilde

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