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Proverbs 26:28
Holman Christian Standard Bible

28 A lying tongue hates those it crushes,
and a flattering mouth causes ruin.

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Proverbs 26:28
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28 A lying tongue hates its victims,
    and flattering words cause ruin.

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Proverbs 28:23
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23 One who rebukes a person will later find more favor(A)
than one who flatters[a] with his tongue.(B)

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Proverbs 28:23
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23 In the end, people appreciate honest criticism
    far more than flattery.

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Proverbs 29:5
Holman Christian Standard Bible

5 A man who flatters[a] his neighbor
spreads a net for his feet.(A)

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5 To flatter friends
    is to lay a trap for their feet.

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