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美德与恶习 - Corruption

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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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"money (often|) unmakes the men who make it" 的定义和意义
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 nearer the church, the (farther|further) from God" 的定义和意义
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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