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15 A tender answer turns away rage,
    but a prickly reply spikes anger.
The words of the wise extend knowledge,
    but foolish people utter nonsense.

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15 A gentle answer(A) turns away wrath,(B)
    but a harsh word stirs up anger.

The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge,(C)
    but the mouth of the fool gushes folly.(D)

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