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They utter lies to each other;
    with flattering lips and a deceitful heart they speak.(A)

May the Lord cut off all flattering lips,
    the tongue that makes great boasts,(B)
those who say, “With our tongues we will prevail;
    our lips are our own—who is our master?”

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Everyone lies(A) to their neighbor;
    they flatter with their lips
    but harbor deception in their hearts.(B)

May the Lord silence all flattering lips(C)
    and every boastful tongue—(D)
those who say,
    “By our tongues we will prevail;(E)
    our own lips will defend us—who is lord over us?”

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