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Quote by Oscar Wilde
The well-bred contradict other people. The wise contradict themsel

The well-bred contradict other people. The wise contradict themselves. – Oscar Wilde

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There is always something ridiculous about the emotions of people whom one has ceased to love. – Oscar Wilde

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