We are inclined to believe those whom we do not know, becau… - Samuel Johnson

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We are inclined to believe those whom we do not know, because they have never deceived us.

Samuel Johnson

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Samuel Johnson (18 September 1709 [7 September O.S.] – 13 December 1784) was a British author, linguist and lexicographer. He is often referred to as simply Dr. Johnson in the history of literature and is regarded as the greatest man of letters in English history.

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Alternative Names: Dr Johnson • Dr. Johnson • Great Moralist

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We are inclined to believe those whom we do not know, because they have never deceived us. - Samuel Johnson

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