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Quote by Oscar Wilde
There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one

There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it. – Oscar Wilde

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Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth. – Oscar Wilde

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