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“He bit his lip in a manner which immediately awakened my maternal sympathy, and I helped him bite it.”

Quote by S. J. Perelman

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S. J. Perelman, an American humorist, was born on February 1, 1904, and passed away on October 17, 1979. Known for his unique humor style and sharp wit, he is considered one of the greatest humorists of the 20th century. more

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