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Mincing

Millamant's affected and gossipy maid.

minor

Also known as Mrs. Mincing

First appearance: act i

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LWLady WishfortWIWitwoudMMMrs. MillamantFAFainallSWSir Wilfull Wi…MIMincing

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  • Servants and impostors
  • Protagonist
  • Scheming social network

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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