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.
Children or adults often say this phrase to get their friends to join in something, especially to jump into a swimming pool (pond, lake, etc.)
“Last one in is a rotten egg!” yelled Jane, jumping into the pool.