The Cyclopedia of Practical Quotations

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Affectation is an awkward and forced Imitation of what should be genuine and easy, wanting the Beauty that accompanies what is natural. S.— LOCKE — On Education. Sec. 66.
Affectation There Affectation, with a sickly mien, Shows in her cheek the roses of eighteen.— POPE — The Rape of the Lock. Canto 4.
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