lying

Example Sentences

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Whether that trajectory can be altered this late in the day, and whether Americans are ready to stop lying to themselves about how the rest of humanity sees our country, is hard to say.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

I nodded, but I’d have been lying if I said I hadn’t come for the lynx—or pretended that the distant views through the scope on day one had been entirely satisfying.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Rozier is not speaking to the media because of the ongoing criminal case, but his lawyer said that other defendants are lying about Rozier’s involvement to gain favor with prosecutors.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

The witness most instrumental to Fernandez’s conviction also admitted at trial to a history of lying in court.

From Slate • May 29, 2026

The others lay quiet, Jonn and Allun rolled up like caterpillars in their blankets, Marlie lying flat with hers flung over her.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda