Noble goal with a despicable means to do this, also is not a noble act.

高尚的目标用卑鄙的手段来实现，同样不是高尚的行为。

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In 1816 "The Night Poaching Act" was enacted in the UK whereby persons found guilty of poaching game were transported to Australia for their despicable crimes.

在1816年，“夜间偷猎行动”被法律制定，人们发现，为了满足某部分人卑鄙的行径，将偷猎引入到澳大利亚 。

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An appalling and despicable act, which demonstrates well what they think of the truth.

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"It would be a very despicable act, especially since these individuals are acting in accordance with state law, " Nick said.

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North Korea called the cyber attack a "cowardly and despicable act".

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