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17 Food obtained by fraud may taste good,
    but later the mouth is full of gravel.

18 After consultation, plans succeed;
    so take wise advice when waging war.

19 A gossip goes around revealing secrets,
    so don’t get involved with a talkative person.

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17 Food gained by fraud tastes sweet,(A)
    but one ends up with a mouth full of gravel.(B)

18 Plans are established by seeking advice;
    so if you wage war, obtain guidance.(C)

19 A gossip betrays a confidence;(D)
    so avoid anyone who talks too much.

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