Game of Thrones · 시즌 1
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have a reputation to maintain

要维持我的名声/形象

「have a reputation to maintain」指有某种公众形象需要去维护,尤其在不能让人知道自己做了“好人好事”的时候用。在这里,Jamie Lannister 不想让别人知道他帮助了 Ned,因为他一向以自私自利著称。

You're a true friend.
Don't tell anyone. I have a reputation to maintain.
-How could you be so stupid? -Calm down.
have a reputation to maintain — Game of Thrones S01E03 · ReelWord