“If you can't ignore an insult, top it; if you can't top it, laugh it off; and if you can't laugh it off, it's probably deserved.”
Quote by Russell Lynes
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Russell Lynes
Russell Lynes was an American author known for his humorous and satirical writing. His works spanned various genres including literary criticism, social observation, and travel writing. Born in 1910, Lynes passed away on September 14, 1991. more
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