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Добродійність & Вади - корупція

Опануйте англійські прислів’я щодо корупції, такі як «хабар увійде без стуку» та «гроші руйнують людей, які їх роблять».

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Virtue & Vice
money (often) unmakes the men who make it

used to emphasize the negative impacts of wealth on an individual's character and values, as it can lead to greed, selfishness, and a loss of moral values

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the nearer the church, the farther from God

used to suggest that excessive focus on religious institutions or practices can lead to a loss of true spiritual connection or faith

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the devil dances in empty pockets

used to imply that financial distress or poverty can lead to desperation and immoral behavior

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muck and money (often) go together

used to suggest that financial success and wealth often come with a price, and that one may need to engage in unpleasant or unethical activities to achieve it

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ill-gotten gains (shall) never prosper

used to emphasize that any wealth or success obtained through dishonest or unethical means is unlikely to last or bring true happiness

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where there is muck there is brass

used to imply that there is often money to be made in unpleasant or undesirable tasks or situations

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a bribe will enter without knocking

used to imply that bribery can allow someone to bypass rules, regulations, and laws that are meant to ensure fairness and accountability

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a thief passes for a gentleman when stealing has made him rich

used to imply that wealth and success can sometimes mask a person's immoral or criminal behavior, making them appear respectable or honorable

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everyone has their price

used to imply that people can be influenced by money or incentives, and may compromise their ethics or integrity if the price is high enough

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ill-gotten, ill-spent

used to suggest that money or other gains obtained through dishonest or unethical means are likely to be wasted or used inappropriately

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