When your friends begin to flatter
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When your friends begin to flatter you on how young you look,
it's a sure sign you're getting old.
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Meaning
This quote means flattering remarks about youthful appearance are often indirect proof of aging. Compliments can reveal what they try to hide.
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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