When people ask for time, it's always for time to say no. Yes has one more letter in it, but it doesn't take half as long to say. (Edith Wharton)

When people ask for time, it's always for time to say no. Yes has one more letter in it, but it doesn't take half as long to say.

Edith Wharton

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