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conscience makes cowards of us all
conscience makes cowards of us all
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used to say that people's sense of right and wrong can make them hesitant or afraid to take action, even if it is necessary or beneficial
Proverb
Voorbeelden
The politician was afraid to speak out against the corrupt practices of his party, knowing that conscience makes cowards of us all, and that challenging the status quo could put his career at risk.
