Who said "Patience is a virtue that most people lack."?

This quote is attributed to Miss Honey.

Patience is a virtue that most people lack. - Miss Honey

"Patience is a virtue that most people lack."

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Character in Matilda

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"I'm afraid men are not always very noble creatures."

"Even if I am wrong, it is wonderful to think the best of people."

"You seem like a very brave little girl."

"I think you've done something rather clever."

"Patience is a virtue I'm still learning."

"I may be a redhead, but I'm not a hothead."

"Patience is a virtue."

"Patience is a virtue I never learned."