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Guilt is ever at a loss, and confusion waits upon it when innocence and bold truth are always ready for expression.

William Congreve

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William Congreve
Age: 58 †
Born: 1670
Born: January 24
Died: 1729
Died: January 19
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Waiting
Bold
Upon
Innocence
Truth
Confusion
Ever
Guilt
Always
Shame
Loss
Expression
Ready
Waits

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