The flaw which is hidden is deemed greater than it is.
MARTIALBe cheerful, if you are wise.
More Martial Quotes
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I do not like the man who squanders life for fame; give me the man who living makes a name.
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That which prevents disagreeable flies from feeding on your repast, was once the proud tail of a splendid bird.
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You may envy every one, but no one envies you.
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If fame is to come only after death, I am in no hurry for it.
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The face that cannot smile is never fair.
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She grieves sincerely who grieves unseen.
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Rarity gives a charm; so early fruits and winter roses are the most prized; and coyness sets off an extravagant mistress, while the door always open tempts no suitor.
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Life’s not just about being alive, but being well.
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If I remember right, Aelia, you had four teeth; a cough displaced two, another two more. You can now cough without anxiety all the day long. A third cough can find nothing to do in your mouth.
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There is nothing more contemptible than a bald man who pretends to have hair.
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You crystal break, for fear of breaking it: Careless and careful hands like faults commit.
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Nothing is more ill-timed than an ill-timed laugh.
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You are sad in the midst of every blessing. Take care that Fortune does not observe–or she will call you ungrateful.
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My poems are naughty, but my life is pure.
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It is easy in adversity to despise death; he has real fortitude who dares to live and be wretched.
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