But these precautionary hints can touch

Only the common run, who must pursue,

And watch and ward; whose plans a word too much

Or little overturns; and not the few

Or many (for the number's sometimes such)

Whom a good mien, especially if new,

Or fame—or name—for Wit, War, Sense, or Nonsense,

Permits whate'er they please,—or did not long since.