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Complaints Quote by Mark Twain

“I think a compliment ought always to precede a complaint,…” quote by Mark Twain — Download Open image

“I think a compliment ought always to precede a complaint, where one is possible, because it softens resentment and insures for the complaint a courteous and gentle reception.”

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