Quote by Samuel Johnson

If I have said something to hurt a man once, I shall not get the better of this by saying many things to please him.

If I have said something to hurt a man once, I shall not get

Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea that if someone has said something hurtful to another person, trying to make up for it by saying kind things will not undo the damage caused. It suggests that once hurtful words are spoken, their impact cannot easily be erased or forgotten. This quote serves as a reminder to choose our words carefully and to be aware of the lasting effect they can have on others.

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