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Tugend & Laster - Versuchungen

Entdecken Sie englische Sprichwörter, die Versuchungen mit Sprüchen wie „Eine offene Tür kann einen Heiligen in Versuchung führen“ und „Die verbotene Frucht ist die süßeste“ darstellen.

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Virtue & Vice
stolen kisses are (always) the sweetest

used to suggest that there is an added sense of excitement and pleasure associated with doing something that is forbidden or taboo, particularly in romantic encounters

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an open door may tempt a saint

used to suggest that even individuals with strong moral values and principles may be susceptible to temptation and that it is important to be mindful of one's actions and choices

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constant occupation prevents temptation

used to emphasize the importance of staying engaged and productive in order to avoid negative or harmful behaviors or habits

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the hole calls (out to) the thief

used to suggest that an exposed weakness or vulnerability can invite or tempt individuals with malicious intent to take advantage of the situation

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opportunity makes a thief

used to suggest that people who are presented with the chance to steal or commit a crime are more likely to do so, even if they would not ordinarily engage in such behavior

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a moment on the lips, forever on the hips

used to suggest that the pleasure of indulging in unhealthy food is only temporary, but the negative effects on our body can be long-lasting and difficult to reverse

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away goes the devil when he finds the door shut against him

used to suggest that by resisting negative influences and temptations, one can prevent them from causing harm or leading to negative consequences

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Definition & Bedeutung von "away goes (the devil|evil) when he finds the door shut against him"
the forbidden fruit is the sweetest

used to suggest that things that are forbidden or unattainable often appear more desirable and tempting

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resist the devil, and he will flee from you

used to encourage individuals to exercise self-control and discipline in order to resist temptations and negative influences that may lead to harmful actions or behaviors

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wisdom will save you also from the adulterous woman, from the wayward woman with her seductive words

used to suggest that wisdom can protect a person from the tempting and dishonest words of a woman who is often not faithful

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