Rules and Scruples

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Scruples and rules are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Scruples" instead a noun "Rules".

Scruples noun - Motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions.

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Rules and scruples are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Rules" instead a noun "Scruples".

Screw the Rules, I'm Doing What's Right: Zen's MO, though he's savvy enough to keep his scruples a secret.

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