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Wealth & Success - Fame & Reputation

Master English proverbs that depict fame and reputation, like "an ill wound is cured, not an ill name" and "there is no such thing as bad publicity".

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used to imply that having a good reputation, character, and integrity is more important than having wealth or material possessions

Ex: The business owner prioritized ethical practices and customer satisfaction over profit , believing a good name is better than riches.
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used to imply that a person's good reputation and character will remain intact even when they are not in the public eye or when they are facing difficult circumstances

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used to suggest that once someone's reputation is tarnished, it can be difficult to restore

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used to imply that a person with a negative reputation is more likely to be judged harshly or punished severely, even if they are innocent

Ex: Despite being innocent of the crime , the suspect 's prior convictions led to a harsher sentence , demonstrating he that has an ill name is half hanged.
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used to imply that physical wounds can heal with time and treatment, whereas damage to one's reputation or good name can be more lasting and difficult to repair

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used to warn about the potential pitfalls of notoriety or fame, and encourage careful consideration of one's actions and how they might be perceived by others

Ex: The politician was warned more people know Tom Fool than Tom Fool knows, so he should be careful about making any controversial statements that could damage his reputation .
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used to suggest that any publicity or attention, even if negative, is ultimately beneficial for someone or something because it raises awareness and generates interest

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used to suggest that if someone makes enough false or negative accusations against another person, some of those accusations are likely to be believed, regardless of whether they are true or false

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