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Constant practice devoted to one subject often prevails over both… — Cicero · Smartyfair

Constant practice devoted to one subject often prevails over both ability and skill.

Cicero106–43 BC · orator · Ancient RomeCicero was a Roman statesman, lawyer, and philosopher famous as one of history's greatest public speakers.2 quotes

Source foundPerseverance

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Practising one thing over and over beats natural talent.

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