Obfuscating Identity – JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind (Episode Twenty-Six) – Laconically Speaking
It’s what’s on the inside that kills. -30-
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Laying their lives on the airline. -30-
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Couldn’t shout when a shark bit him. -30-
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A family that stays together, betrays together. -30-
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Rise to the bait and switch. -30-
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Cool heads are better than warm. -30-
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Once bitten, he defies expectations. -30-
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Showing them who’s the boss’ daughter. -30-
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The spirit is willing, but the body is another’s. -30-
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First impressions are the most aggressive. -30-
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