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16 The anger of a fool is known at once, but a wise man does not speak when he is spoken against.

17 He who speaks the truth tells what is right, but a liar tells lies.

18 There is one whose foolish words cut like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

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16 Fools(A) show their annoyance at once,(B)
    but the prudent overlook an insult.(C)

17 An honest witness tells the truth,
    but a false witness tells lies.(D)

18 The words of the reckless pierce like swords,(E)
    but the tongue of the wise brings healing.(F)

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