I never smoke to excess - that is
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I never smoke to excess that is,
I smoke in moderation,
only one cigar at a time.
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Meaning
This quote jokes that moderation in smoking simply means never smoking more than one cigar at once. It uses absurd logic to justify excess.
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Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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