Proverbs 17:9

He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends.
— Proverbs 17:9, King James Version

In other translations

World English Bible (WEB)

He who covers an offense promotes love; But he who repeats a matter separates chief friends.

American Standard Version (ASV)

He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; But he that harpeth on a matter separateth chief friends.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

Whoso is covering transgression is seeking love, And whoso is repeating a matter Is separating a familiar friend.