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美徳と悪徳 - 真実と欺瞞

「猫は爪を隠す」や「世間の名声が責められることはめったにない」など、真実と欺瞞を描写するイギリスのことわざを深く掘り下げてみましょう。

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Virtue & Vice
every light is not the sun

used to suggest that not everything or everyone that appears impressive or promising is truly exceptional or trustworthy

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cats hide their claws

used to suggest that individuals may conceal their true power, skills, or motives, acting in a seemingly harmless or innocent manner while keeping their true nature or abilities hidden

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cheaters never win and winners never cheat

used to imply that cheating or cutting corners may lead to short-term gains, but in the long run, it is not a sustainable or effective strategy for achieving success

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cheats (shall) never prosper

used to imply that dishonest or unethical behavior ultimately leads to failure or negative consequences

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children and fools (both) tell the truth

used to suggest that children and fools, who may lack social filters or awareness of consequences, are more likely to speak the truth without pretense or deceit

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no truth, no crown

used to emphasize that honesty, integrity, and adherence to moral principles are essential for achieving and maintaining success, respect, and authority

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tell the truth and shame the devil

used to urge people to be honest, even if it may not be to their advantage, in order to expose and defeat dishonesty or wrongdoing

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common fame is seldom to blame

used to suggest that widely held opinions or reputations are often based on some level of truth or accuracy, but it does not necessarily imply that negative opinions are always justified or deserved

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honesty is the best policy

used to emphasize that it is always better to tell the truth, even if it may be difficult or inconvenient

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truth (often) lies at the bottom of a well

used to imply that discovering the truth requires effort and persistence, as the truth may not be immediately apparent or easily accessible

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