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Josh Billings

There is no greater evidence of superior intelligence than to be surprised at nothing.

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A truly intelligent person has seen and understood so much that nothing unexpected shocks or confuses them. This means their knowledge and experience prepare them to anticipate or accept all kinds of situations calmly.

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