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The people of the world having once been deceived, suspect deceit in truth itself.

The people of the world having once been deceived, suspect d

Summary

This quote suggests that when individuals have experienced deception, they become skeptical even of genuine and truthful things. It implies that past encounters with falsehood make individuals more inclined to doubt the authenticity of information, ideas, or even people who are genuinely sincere. It underscores the impact of deception on human perception, highlighting how it can erode trust and breed suspicion, leading individuals to question the truthfulness behind everything they encounter.

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Deception/lying

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