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Quote by George Eliot
There is only one failure in life possible, and that is not to be

There is only one failure in life possible, and that is not to be true to the best one knows. – George Eliot

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The only failure one should fear, is not hugging to the purpose they see as best. – George Eliot

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Animals are such agreeable friends — they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms. – George Eliot

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