Quote by Oliver Herford
Tact is to lie about others as you would have them lie about you.

Tact is to lie about others as you would have them lie about you. – Oliver Herford

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Forbear to mention what thou canst not praise. – Matthew Prior

Perseverance and tact are the two great qualities most valuable for all those who would climb, but especially for those who have to step out of the crowd. – Benjamin Disraeli

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