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21 Stupidity is fun to the one without much sense,
but a person who has understanding forges straight ahead.
22 Without advice plans go wrong,
but with many advisers they succeed.
23 A person is delighted to hear an answer from his own mouth,
and a timely word—oh, how good!

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21 Folly brings joy to one who has no sense,(A)
    but whoever has understanding keeps a straight course.

22 Plans fail for lack of counsel,(B)
    but with many advisers(C) they succeed.(D)

23 A person finds joy in giving an apt reply(E)
    and how good is a timely word!(F)

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