Anton Chekhov: Lying is the same as alcoholism. Liars prevaricate even on their deathbeds.

Lying is the same as alcoholism. Liars prevaricate even on their deathbeds. — Anton Chekhov

Lying is the same as alcoholism. Liars prevaricate even on their deathbeds.

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