lie
Example Sentences
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In McClain’s case, as the law closed in, the 52-year-old wrote a note for his family: “Almost all my life has been a lie about money.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
"I'm not going to lie, I'm very, very happy that we've won this week," he said.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Leo XIV tossed away the diplomatic tact usually required of popes as he began a state visit to Spain on Saturday, revealing that his footballing loyalties lie with Real Madrid.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
But the bigger lie is Shirley presenting himself as a “journalist,” when he eschews basic responsibility to the facts.
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026
The truth in my own handwriting doesn’t lie like he does.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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