There is no such thing as a 'white lie' - there has not yet been an untruth uttered, that sooner or later hasn't led to unfortunate consequences for everyone. (Adolf Freiherr Knigge)

There is no such thing as a 'white lie' - there has not yet been an untruth uttered, that sooner or later hasn't led to unfortunate consequences for everyone.

Adolf Freiherr Knigge

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