# | Concept | Culture | Statement | Freq. |
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1 | dishonesty | Middle Eastern cultures | Dishonesty may be accepted or justified in certain situations, such as preserving honor or avoiding shame, or in negotiations as a strategic tactic. | 1 |
2 | liars | Middle Eastern cultures | May be viewed as a means of preserving honor and avoiding shame in certain situations. | 1 |
3 | lying | Middle Eastern countries | May be acceptable or even necessary in certain social contexts to maintain harmony, avoid shame, or protect the interests of the group. | 1 |