through dishonesty
[θruː dɪˈsɒnəsti]
prepositional phrase
por meio da desonestidade; através da desonestidade
1. by means of deceit, fraud, or lack of integrity; using dishonest methods or practices
He gained his wealth through dishonesty and corruption.
Ele acumulou sua riqueza por meio da desonestidade e corrupção.
2. achieved or obtained by employing fraudulent or unethical means
The company obtained the contract through dishonesty.
A empresa obteve o contrato através da desonestidade.
This phrase is commonly used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese when discussing unethical business practices, corruption, or fraud. In Brazil, it often appears in discussions about 'corrupção' and 'malandragem' (a cultural concept of cunning deception). In the USA, the phrase is frequently used in legal, journalistic, and business contexts when exposing fraudulent activities.
NYC Slang
on the down low; through shady dealings; by gaming the system
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