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18 Whoever conceals hatred has lying lips,
    and whoever spreads slander is a fool.
19 Where words are many, sin is not wanting;
    but those who restrain their lips do well.(A)
20 Choice silver is the tongue of the just;
    the heart of the wicked is of little worth.

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18 Whoever conceals hatred with lying lips(A)
    and spreads slander is a fool.

19 Sin is not ended by multiplying words,
    but the prudent hold their tongues.(B)

20 The tongue of the righteous is choice silver,
    but the heart of the wicked is of little value.

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