Flattery is like cologne water, to be smelt of, not swallowed.

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Flattery is like cologne water, to be smelt of, not swallowed. One of my favorite quotes about flattery comes from my grandmother, who used it often. She would say, “Flattery is like cologne water, to be smelt of, not swallowed.” I think everyone would agree that most people are flattered by compliments. However, the problem is that they are easily flattered and don’t know how to respond.

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