For conversation well endued; She calls it witty to be rude; And, placing raillery in railing, Will tell aloud your greatest failing. (Jonathan Swift)

For conversation well endued; She calls it witty to be rude; And, placing raillery in railing, Will tell aloud your greatest failing.

Jonathan Swift

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