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“Anyone who has obeyed nature by transmitting a piece of gossip experiences the explosive relief that accompanies the satisfying of a primary need.” quote by Primo Levi — Download Open image

“Anyone who has obeyed nature by transmitting a piece of gossip experiences the explosive relief that accompanies the satisfying of a primary need.”

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An enemy who sees the error of his ways ceases to be an enemy.

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In every province, the chief occupations, in order of importance, are lovemaking, malicious gossip, and talking nonsense.

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There is no friendship that cares about an overheard secret.

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My back is not a voicemail. Say it to my face bitch.

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I don't at all like knowing what people say of me behind my back. It makes me far too conceited.

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