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The company somebody keeps

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Social Judgment

The phrase often implies how others view someone based on their friends.

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A politician should be mindful of the company they keep.
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Neutral or Positive

This definition can be used in positive contexts unlike the other one.

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She keeps the company of intellectuals and artists.
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Reflects Personal Values

It suggests that the friends one chooses reflect their own values or character.

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He's truly generous, as seen by the company he keeps.
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