Meaning of the word "like people, like priest" in English
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like people, like priest
US /laɪk ˈpipəl laɪk prist/
UK /laɪk ˈpiːpl laɪk priːst/
Idiom
used to say that the behavior or character of a group of people is reflected in their leaders, or vice versa
Example:
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The corruption in the government reflects the society; like people, like priest.
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In this small community, everyone follows the leader's bad habits; like people, like priest.
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