Every man has his moral backside which he refrains from showing unless he has to and keeps covered as long as possible with the trousers of decorum.

Summary

This quote suggests that everyone has a hidden side to their moral character that they typically conceal unless circumstances force them to reveal it. People tend to keep this "moral backside" covered and hidden under the guise of social propriety, similar to how one keeps their backside covered with trousers. It implies that individuals might refrain from expressing their true moral values or ethical compass until it becomes necessary or unavoidable.

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