Personality - Honest

Master English idioms that relate to being honest, like "straight shooter" and "salt of the earth".

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(as) straight as an arrow

used to describe a very honest and moral person

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straight shooter

an individual who is characterized by being honest and trustworthy

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salt of the earth

a person who is highly respected due to their honesty and humility

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one's word is one's bond

used to refer to someone who means every word that they say

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man of action

a person who actually gets things done instead of just talking about them

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man of one's word

a person who prefers to do things instead of just thinking or talking about them

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(as) straight as a ramrod

(especially of someone in military or law enforcement) honest and following the rules without deviation

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(as) true as steel

used to describe someone who can be trusted or depended on

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Dutch uncle

an individual who criticizes others in a firm yet kind manner

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goody two shoes

an exceptionally good or moral person

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