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Soonest Mended Give Insult Apologize

By saying very little, you avoid causing offense and the need for apologies.

Jos et sano paljon, et loukkaa ja sinun ei tarvitse pyytää anteeksi.

Proverb Least said, soonest mended.
Definition If you don't say very much, you will not give insult, and so not have to apologize.

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