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28 A lying tongue hates its victims,
    and a flattering mouth causes ruin.

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23 Whoever rebukes a man will later on find more favor
    than someone who flatters with his words.[a]

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  1. Proverbs 28:23 Lit. tongue

A strong man who flatters his neighbor
    is setting a trap where he walks.[a]

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  1. Proverbs 29:5 Lit. trap for his footsteps