Nothing so needs reforming
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Nothing so needs reforming as other people's habits.
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Meaning
This quote means people are always quickest to judge the habits of others instead of their own. Reform is most eagerly prescribed outward.
About Author
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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