身正不怕影子斜
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when a man stands straight, he doesn't worry that his shadow is slanting (saying)
lit.
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as long as one conducts oneself honorably, one need not worry about what people think
a clean hand wants no washing
fig.
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Proverb谚语諺語 · In everyday use
- Literally
- if the body is upright, it doesn't fear a slanting shadow
- Meaning
- If you act honestly you need not fear rumours or suspicion. Said in defence of one's own integrity.
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