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“When an argument is over, how many weighty reasons does a man recollect which his heat and violence made him utterly forget?”

Quote by Eustace Budgell

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Eustace Budgell

Eustace Budgell was an English writer known for his satirical works. Born on August 19, 1686, in London, he passed away on May 4, 1737. Budgell's writing often targeted the social and political issues of his time, and he is remembered for his wit and sharp observations. more

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