"Yes, they are shackles, but they are made of gold," said the man, as he asked for another pair on his wrists and two more on his ankles.

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"You can see how great I am by observing what I have done," said the chisel to the other tools, as they gazed upon the beautiful statue.

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"My word is as good as my check," said the forger, as he handed over partial payment and promised to pay the balance later.

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"May you get everything you want," said the philosopher to his enemy, knowing that his enemy would not recognize his words as a curse.

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"I'll teach this dirt not to muddy my shoes," said the man, shoveling madly, only soon to discover himself in a pit.

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