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One who is too wise an observer of the business of others, like one who is too curious in observing read more
One who is too wise an observer of the business of others, like one who is too curious in observing the labor of bees, will often be stung for his curiosity.
And withal they learn to be idle, wandering about from house to
house; and not only idle, but tattlers read more
And withal they learn to be idle, wandering about from house to
house; and not only idle, but tattlers also and busybodies,
speaking things which they ought not.
Even doubtful accusations leave a stain behind them.
Even doubtful accusations leave a stain behind them.
Gossip is what no one claims to like -- but everyone enjoys.
Gossip is what no one claims to like -- but everyone enjoys.
What people say behind your back is your standing in the community.
What people say behind your back is your standing in the community.
Gossip is the art of saying nothing in a way that leaves practically nothing unsaid.
Gossip is the art of saying nothing in a way that leaves practically nothing unsaid.
Rumor, than which no evil flies more swiftly. She flourishes as she flies, gains strength by mere motion. Small at read more
Rumor, than which no evil flies more swiftly. She flourishes as she flies, gains strength by mere motion. Small at first and in fear, she soon rises to heaven, Walks upon land and hides her head in the clouds.
He gossips habitually; he lacks the common wisdom to keep still that deadly enemy of man, his own tongue
He gossips habitually; he lacks the common wisdom to keep still that deadly enemy of man, his own tongue
