Proverbs 17:9
He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends.
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English Standard Version
Whoever covers an offense seeks love, but he who repeats a matter separates close friends.
New International Version
He who covers over an offense promotes love, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.
Catholic Public Domain Version
Whoever conceals an offense seeks friendships. Whoever repeats the words of another separates allies