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Quote by Samuel Johnson

“The advice that is wanted is commonly not welcome and that which is not wanted, evidently an effrontery.”

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Samuel Johnson was an English writer, poet, and lexicographer, renowned for his comprehensive English dictionary, 'A Dictionary of the English Language', published in 1755. His distinctive writing style and wit have cemented his place as a significant figure in the history of English literature. more

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