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

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

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

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

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A person who flatters his neighbor
spreads a net for his feet.(A)

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

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