on one's honor

Idioms & Phrases

on one's honor

Entrusted to behave honorably and honestly without supervision. For example, The students were on their honor not to consult notes during the exam. Originally alluding to a solemn oath, this idiom dates from the mid-1400s.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
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