Epigram XI.

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EPIGRAM XI.

SHE who in secret yields her heart, Again may claim it from her lover; But she who plays the trifler's part, Can ne'er her squander'd fame recover. Then grant the boon for which I pray! 'Tis better lend than throw away.

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