Tact is one of the first mental virtues, the absence of it is fata

Tact is one of the first mental virtues, the absence of it is fatal to the best talent. – William Gilmore Simms

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The secret of mans success resides in his insight into the moods of people, and his tact in dealing with them. – Josiah Gilbert Holland

Tact is the intelligence of the heart. – Source Unknown

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

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

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