He not only overflowed with learning but stood in the slops. - Sydney Smith

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He not only overflowed with learning but stood in the slops.

Sydney Smith

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Sydney Smith (3 June 1771 – 22 February 1845) was an English clergyman, critic, philosopher and wit.

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Alternative Names: Reverend Sydney Smith

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