Tell the truth and shame the devil proverb
We must always tell the truth even though we have strong reasons for concealing it.
Be an upright person and tell the truth and shame the devil!
I would rather tell the truth and shame the devil than have a guilty conscience after telling lies.
I really want to know what happened. Tell the truth and shame the devil.
White lie
Ken: Yesterday I lost the watch that my girlfriend presented to me. Should I tell her this thing?
Lily: Certainly Not! Your girlfriend will be angry with you. Children and fools tell the truth.