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William Shakespeare, Twelfth Night (c. 1601-02), Act III, scene 4, line 311.
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An I thought he had been valiant and so cunning in fence, I'ld have seen him damned ere I'ld have challenged him.

— William Shakespeare on Challenge

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William Shakespeare

About William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare (26 April 1564 (baptised) – 23 April 1616) was an English poet, playwright, and actor, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist.

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