Lingo

Lies

7 Words

4m

1.
it (needs|takes) a hundred lies to cover a single lie
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used to suggest that lies are not only unethical but can also be difficult to keep track of, as they often require further lies to maintain the illusion of truth

The detective knew that it needs a hundred lies to cover a single lie, so he focused his investigation on inconsistencies in the suspect's story to reveal the underlying falsehood.

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2.
a lie has no legs
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used to imply that lies have no foundation or support to stand on, and will eventually be exposed or disproved

As a detective, I know that lies can unravel quickly.A lie has no legs, and it's my job to uncover the truth.

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ask no questions (and|,) hear no lies
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used to suggest that sometimes it is better to remain ignorant in order to avoid falsehoods or unpleasant truths

As a therapist, I know that it's important to create a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients.Sometimes that means following the advice to ask no questions and hear no lies, and letting my clients share at their own pace.

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4.
half the truth is often a whole lie
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used to emphasize that intentionally withholding important or relevant information can be just as deceptive and harmful as telling an outright lie

After being misled by someone who only told me part of the story, I realized how deceptive half-truths can be.Half the truth is often a whole lie.

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5.
liars need good memories
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used to imply that lying can be difficult to sustain over time, as those who lie must have a good memory to keep track of their falsehoods and maintain consistency in their story

After being caught in a lie, I realized how hard it is to keep track of the details.Liars need good memories, and it's better to be honest from the beginning.

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6.
one lie makes many
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used to imply that telling a lie can lead to a chain of lies and deceit, as it often requires additional lies or cover-ups to maintain the initial falsehood

After being caught in a lie, I realized how quickly it can spiral out of control.One lie makes many, and it's better to come clean early.

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7.
a lie can travel (halfway|) around the world while the truth is putting on its (shoes|boots)
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used to warn that false information can cause harm or damage even if they are later proven to be untrue, emphasizing the need to be cautious about believing or spreading unverified information

Although the rumor that the restaurant had failed a health inspection was false, many customers stopped visiting, causing a significant decline in business - a lie can travel around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes.

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