"Fondly we think we honor merit then, When we but praise ourselves in other men."

Praise, Men, Honor, Merit

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"Fondly we think we honor merit then, When we but praise ourselves in other men."

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"What then remains, but well our power to use,And keep good humour still whate'er we lose?And trust me, dear, good humour can prevail,When airs, and flights, and screams, and scolding fail.Beauties in vain their pretty eyes may roll;Charms strike the sight, but merit wins the soul."

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