All enterprises that are entered into with indiscreet zeal may be pursued with great vigor at first, but are sure to collapse in the end. by Tacitus

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"All enterprises that are entered into with indiscreet zeal may be pursued with great vigor at first, but are sure to collapse in the end." - Copy to Clipboard
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