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"The problem with people who have no vices is that generally you can be pretty sure they're going to have some pretty annoying virtues"

- Elizabeth Taylor

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This quote by Elizabeth Taylor is a humorous observation about individuals who have no vices. It recommends that those who do not have any vices, such as cigarette smoking, drinking, or gaming, may have other irritating virtues. These virtues may include being overly judgmental, extremely crucial, or too self-righteous. The quote indicates that those who do not have any vices might be most likely to be irritating since they are so focused on their own values. It also recommends that those who do not have any vices may be most likely to be judgmental of others who do. Ultimately, the quote is a humorous way of saying that those who do not have any vices may be more likely to have some irritating virtues.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Elizabeth Taylor between February 27, 1932 and March 23, 2011. She was a famous Actress from England. The author also have 28 other quotes.

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