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To accept bribes, or acquire money in some other questionable way. One writer claims that this term originated when a court tailor who wanted the patronage of Beau Brummel gave him a gift of a coat lined with banknotes. However, the term to line one’s purse, meaning to cram it full of gold or money, predates the eighteenth-century dandy by some two hundred years; Shakespeare used it in Othello (1.1), where Iago speaks of dishonest servants who “have lin’d their coats.”
Related and Similar Terms:
- Greased Palm: To offer a bribe or tip.
- On the Take: Engaging in accepting bribes.
- Feather One’s Nest: To make oneself rich by illicit means.
- Cash Cow: A business or practice that makes a lot of money.
Inspirational Sayings:
- “The only stock you’ll want to buy is freedom of conscience.” - Author Unknown
- “Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom.” - Thomas Jefferson
Synonyms:
- Bribery
- Graft
- Corruption
- Espionage Earnings
Antonyms:
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Transparency
Humor-Filled Quotes:
- “You know you’re out of money when ‘friends’ stop asking if you’re hungry and start offering you cooking less…”
- “All corrupt politicians should be sent to invent invisible ink, so their dirty deals stay out of sight for good!”
Reference Literature:
- Gulliver’s Travels by Jonathan Swift: Swift’s satirical take on human corruption.
- Brave New World by Aldous Huxley: Power and greed twisted in utopian ideals.
- The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald: A perfect example of wealth obtained through questionable means.
Movie Recommendations:
- The Wolf of Wall Street: Money, greed, taking a bit too far.
- Scarface: Classic tale of power and corruption.
- Wall-E: Even robots can teach us about integrity and ethics.
Music and Poetry:
- “Money for Nothing” by Dire Straits: An anthem on getting rich without effort, albeit questionably.
- “If I were a Rich Man” from Fiddler on the Roof: A whimsical take on wealth and status.
Proverbs:
- “Not all that glitters is gold.”
- “Every rise has a fall.”
Suggested Author: Sly Penname
Publishing Date: 2023-09-21
Farewell Thought:
“May your pockets be lined with nothing but good conscience and good deeds. May you find the richness of integrity that enriches your spirit more than any gold ever could.”
### Which is considered a questionable way to acquire money?
- [x] Lining one’s pockets
- [ ] Saving every penny
- [ ] Investing in stocks
- [ ] Selling lemonade
> **Explanation:** "Lining one’s pockets" refers to acquiring money through dishonest or questionable means.
### True or False: The term 'to line one’s purse' is found in Shakespeare's writings.
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation:** True! Shakespeare used ‘to line one’s purse’ in Othello (1.1).
### Which phrase does NOT relate to 'lining one’s pockets'?
- [ ] Greased Palm
- [ ] Feather One’s Nest
- [x] Building Bridges
- [ ] On the Take
> **Explanation:** ‘Building Bridges’ means creating connections or relationships, unrelated to lining one's pockets.
### Which of these authors explored themes of wealth and corruption?
- [ ] Dr. Seuss
- [x] F. Scott Fitzgerald
- [ ] Jane Austen
- [ ] Charles Dickens
> **Explanation:** F. Scott Fitzgerald explored wealth and corruption in *The Great Gatsby*.
### Which movie deals with themes of money and questionable morals?
- [x] The Wolf of Wall Street
- [ ] Forrest Gump
- [ ] Titanic
- [ ] Harry Potter
> **Explanation:** *The Wolf of Wall Street* deals explicitly with money, greed, and questionable morals.
