an open door may tempt a saint
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“an open door may tempt a saint”的英语定义和含义

an open door may tempt a saint
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used to suggest that even individuals with strong moral values and principles may be susceptible to temptation and that it is important to be mindful of one's actions and choices 

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例子
I was determined to stick to my diet, but when my coworker left a box of donuts on the table, I couldn't resist. It's true what they say - an open door may tempt a saint. 
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