the truth will out
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used to emphasize that the truth will eventually be revealed or discovered, no matter how hard someone tries to conceal it or keep it a secret
The proverb "the truth will out" has its origins in William Shakespeare's play 'The Merchant of Venice,' where it was used to suggest that, no matter how hard one tries to hide the truth, it will eventually be revealed, often in ways that cannot be controlled. While this proverb highlights the inevitability of truth, it also serves as a cautionary reminder that dishonesty or concealment can only last for so long, encouraging openness and transparency to avoid eventual exposure.
- The company tried to keep its unethical practices a secret, but the truth will out, and eventually, it faced public scrutiny and backlash.