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Psalms 55:21

They were divided by the wrath of his countenance, and his heart has drawn near. His words are smoother than oil, and they are arrows
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King James Version

The words of his mouth were smoother than butter, but war was in his heart: his words were softer than oil, yet were they drawn swords.

English Standard Version

His speech was smooth as butter, yet war was in his heart; his words were softer than oil, yet they were drawn swords.

New International Version

His speech is smooth as butter, yet war is in his heart; his words are more soothing than oil, yet they are drawn swords.