Few things are harder to put
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Few things are harder to put up with than
the annoyance of a good example.
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Meaning
This quote means a good example can be irritating because it silently exposes our own shortcomings. Virtue often embarrasses more than it comforts.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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