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Was ever book containing such vile matter
So fairly bound? O, that deceit should dwell
In such a gorgeous palace!

      — Romeo and Juliet, Act III Scene 2

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KEYWORD: wisdom

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Antony and Cleopatra
[II, 2]

Mecaenas

969

If beauty, wisdom, modesty, can settle
The heart of Antony, Octavia is
A blessed lottery to him.

2

Antony and Cleopatra
[III, 13]

Thyreus

2344

'Tis your noblest course.
Wisdom and fortune combating together,
If that the former dare but what it can,
No chance may shake it. Give me grace to lay
My duty on your hand.

3

Antony and Cleopatra
[V, 2]

Octavius

3571

Nay, blush not, Cleopatra; I approve
Your wisdom in the deed.

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