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Samenleving, Wet en Politiek - Injustice

Ontdek Engelse spreekwoorden die onrecht uitbeelden, waaronder 'sommige zijn gelijker dan andere' en 'uitgestelde gerechtigheid is gerechtigheid geweigerd'.

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Society, Law, & Politics
desert and reward seldom keep company

used to emphasize the idea that life is not always fair, and that people may not always receive the recognition or reward that they deserve

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the gods send nuts to those who have no teeth

used to emphasize the unevenness or randomness of fortune, where valuable opportunities or possessions may be bestowed upon those who are unable to fully enjoy or utilize them

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laws catch flies, but let hornets go free

used to suggest that laws are often more effective at punishing small offenses and less influential individuals, while powerful or influential individuals may escape punishment

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one law for the rich and another (law) for the poor

used to suggest that the legal system is often biased in favor of the wealthy and influential, allowing them to receive special treatment or avoid punishment

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some are more equal than others

used to imply that in certain situations, equality is not applied consistently or fairly, and that certain individuals or groups may receive better treatment or privileges than others

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when elephants fight, the grass gets trampled

used to imply that conflicts between powerful entities can have serious consequences for those who are caught in the middle or who are weaker and more vulnerable

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the wholesomest meat is at another man's cost

used to imply that the best things in life are often obtained at the expense of others

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justice delayed is justice denied

used to stress the importance of timely delivery of justice, as any delay can render it ineffective and meaningless

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little thieves are hanged, but great ones escape

used to imply that those who commit minor offenses are punished harshly, while those who commit more serious crimes or who have more power and influence often escape punishment

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