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reap what one sows
IPA(Pronunciation)
Verb
idiomatic
intransitive
Japanese Meaning
自分の行動や意図に見合った報いを受けること。 / 自らの行動が原因で、善悪にかかわらずその結果を受けるという因果応報の概念を表現する。 / 蒔いた種(行い)によって、自らがその結果(報い)を受けることを示す。
( present singular third-person )
( participle present )
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(intransitive, idiomatic) To receive as a return or reward in the same measure as one's exertions or intentions, in a good or a bad sense; to receive justice or one's just deserts.
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reap what one sows
If one always puts profit above people, one will eventually reap what one sows.
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If one always puts profit above people, one will eventually reap what one sows.
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