English

lie

laɪ
Meaning: a false statement made with intent to deceive
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

He told a lie to avoid getting into trouble.
He told a lie to avoid getting into trouble.
She is an honest person who never tells lies.
She is an honest person who never tells lies.
A leader can betray the team with one careless lie.
A leader can betray the team with one careless lie.
She despised him for his constant lies and arrogance.
She despised him for his constant lies and arrogance.
He told a brazen lie to his boss.
He told a brazen lie to his boss.

Usage Notes

Commonly used with the verb 'tell' (to tell a lie). Often implies awareness that the statement is false.

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