He decided to do the decent thing and return the lost wallet.
do the decent thing
idiomTo take the most honorable or appropriate course of action, even if is not necessarily in the person's own interests.
After realizing he made a mistake, he chose to do the decent thing and admit it to his boss.
Despite the personal cost to his reputation, he felt compelled to do the decent thing and testify against his former business partner.
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be a thing
To exist, or to be available, widespread, possible, or a common practice.
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best thing since sliced bread
Alternative form of greatest thing since sliced bread.
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best thing since sliced pan
Alternative form of greatest thing since sliced bread.
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bright young thing
One who is youthful, clever, eager, and high-spirited in manner and attractive in appearance.
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chance'd be a fine thing
Synonym of no chance or fat chance, with a somewhat more cheerful attitude.
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do one's own thing
To do what one considers to be best suited or most satisfying for oneself; to do what expresses one's distinctive interests or talents; to do as one chooses.
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do the right thing
To do what is ethical or just.
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greatest thing since sliced bread
Something amazing, outstanding or praiseworthy, especially a relatively recent invention likely to improve people's lives.