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In general, you can copy a small amount of someone else's work without infringing copyright, as long as it is for purposes like criticism, commentary, or education. The amount you can copy varies depending on the specific circumstances and the nature of the work. It is important to always give credit to the original creator and not use the copied material for commercial gain.

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