tree is known by its fruit.
- tree is known by its fruit.
The tree is known by its fruit.
Prov. People judge your character by what you do. (Biblical.) •
The politician may say she believes in more spending on child care, but the tree is known by its fruit; she hasn't voted for a single measure that would help.
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