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And greedy Acheron does not relinquish its prey.

— Jean Racine

Et l'avare Achéron ne lâche pas sa proie.

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The happiness of the wicked flows away as a torrent.

I fear God, dear Abner, and I have no other fear.

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He who will travel far spares his steed.

The crime of a mother is a heavy burden.

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