The phrase "honorable thing" refers to an action or behavior that is morally good, respectable, and worthy of praise. It implies doing what is right or just, even when it may be difficult or unpopular. Full definition
«I believe the only honourable thing for me to do, when a fellow team member has been singled out for punishment for speaking with honesty and principle on this critical issue, is to leave the front bench.» (mirror.co.uk)
«I agree entirely with the words Pat McFadden used in denouncing terrorism and the false narrative that the West is to blame, and so I believe the only honourable thing for me to do, when a fellow team member has been singled out for punishment for speaking with honesty and principle on this critical issue, is to leave the front bench. (mirror.co.uk)
The Ukip leader said the move was the «bravest, noblest, most honourable thing I've seen in British politics in my life». (politics.co.uk)