concept   suspicion
culture   Eastern countries
statement   In Eastern countries, openly expressing suspicion is viewed as impolite and can disrupt social harmony.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 conspiracy Eastern countries Conspiracy theories may be viewed with more suspicion and skepticism, with less public discussion and media coverage compared to Western countries. 1
2 intrusion Eastern countries Intrusion into someone's personal space or privacy is strongly discouraged, and respect for boundaries is highly valued. 1
3 skeptic Eastern countries Skepticism may be viewed as disrespectful or disobedient, and skeptics may be seen as challenging authority or traditional beliefs. 1
4 skeptic Eastern countries Skepticism may be seen as rude or disrespectful, and trust and deference to authority are often valued. 1
5 suspicion Eastern countries There is a cultural emphasis on trust and it is not common to openly express suspicion towards others. 1
6 suspicion Eastern countries Avoiding suspicion is important for maintaining social harmony, and addressing it directly may be considered rude 1
7 suspicion Eastern countries Openly expressing suspicion or doubt can be seen as rude or confrontational in Japan and other Eastern countries, where indirect communication is often preferred. 1
8 suspicion Eastern cultures Openly expressing suspicion can be considered rude and may damage social harmony. 1