“The oldest, shortest words – “yes’ and “no” – are those which require the most thought.” – Pythagoras
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"The oldest, shortest words – "yes’ and "no" – are those which require the most thought." – Pythagoras
"The oldest, shortest words – "yes’ and "no" – are those which require the most thought." – Pythagoras
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