W. Somerset Maugham Quotes
A man marries to have a home, but also because he doesn't want to be bothered with sex and all that sort of thing.
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Son, give 'em a good show, and always travel first class.
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Unfortunately for the Iraqi people, instead of meeting these requirements, for six years, Saddam Hussein has lied, delayed, obstructed and tried to deceive
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I don't want to do romantic roles where I have to lip sync to a song. A role that explores romance on a new level would suit me.
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If I go out to dinner with you and you order wine, I leave. I won't be around drugs and alcohol at all.
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A man marries to have a home, but also because he doesn't want to be bothered with sex and all that sort of thing.
