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Deliberate before you begin but, having carefully done so, execute with vigour.

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Sallust
Ancient Roman Historian
Ancient Roman Military Personnel
Ancient Roman Politician
Poet
Politician
Writer
Gaius Sallustius Crispus
Vigour
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Deliberate
Carefully
Begin
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