Honesty rewarded with trust and respect.
Meaning: Being truthful and sincere was recognized and appreciated, resulting in increased trust and respect.
Choice of Words: Honesty is the quality of being truthful and sincere. Rewarded means to give something to someone as a token of appreciation or recognition. With indicates what is given in return. Trust is the belief that someone is reliable and honest. Respect is a feeling of admiration and esteem for someone or something.
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