People here have a strong 'work ethic'. [=a strong belief in the importance and value of work]
The company has its own 'code of ethics'. [=its own set of rules about good and bad behavior]
His 'ethics' are questionable. [=some of the things he does may be morally wrong]
(..) and I'm going to take them with me. You do that and you'll force me to put you in front of the ethics board. I don't think you will. And why not? Because you were obligated to notify them the second (..)2011 TvShow: Suits Title: Pilot Season: 1 Episode 1