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Quote by Ambrose Bierce
Witticism. A sharp and clever remark, usually quoted and seldom no

Witticism. A sharp and clever remark, usually quoted and seldom noted; what the Philistine is pleased to call a joke. – Ambrose Bierce

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Friendless. Having no favors to bestow. Destitute of fortune. Addicted to utterance of truth and common sense. – Ambrose Bierce

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