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Lie Definition & Meaning

1. A false statement made with the intention to deceive.

Example: She told a lie about her whereabouts last night to avoid getting in trouble.

2. To recline or rest in a horizontal position.

Example: I like to lie down and read a book after a long day at work.

3. To be situated or located.

Example: The city of paris lies in the north-central region of france.

4. To be in a state of rest or inactivity.

Example: The project lies dormant until we receive further instructions.

5. To tell a falsehood or untruth.

Example: He lied about his qualifications on his job application.

Examples of the word lie used in sentences.

  • It's not good to lie to your parents, even if it's just a small lie.
  • I don't like it when people lie to me.
  • I had to lie down for a while because I wasn't feeling well.
  • The sun will lie low on the horizon before it sets for the night.
  • My dog likes to lie on the sofa and sleep all day.
  • The politician was caught in a lie about his involvement in the scandal.
  • I couldn't believe he would lie to me about something so important.
  • My little sister likes to lie in bed all day watching movies.
  • When asked about his whereabouts, John had to lie to his boss to cover up his mistake.
  • She felt guilty for telling a lie to her best friend about why she couldn't come to the party.
  • I can't believe she lied to me about her whereabouts last night.
  • I don't want to lie to my family about my job search, but I don't want to worry them either.
  • I always thought honesty was key in a relationship, but sometimes it's hard to tell the truth when you're afraid of hurting someone's feelings.
  • It's not okay to lie to your boss, even if you're trying to avoid trouble.
  • My grandparents lived in a small village where everyone knew each other, so lying was nearly impossible.
  • It's never a good idea to lie on your resume - potential employers will find out sooner or later.
  • Some people find it hard to lie convincingly, while others seem to do it effortlessly and without remorse.
  • Despite her claim of innocence, the evidence suggests that she must have told a lie.
  • There's a saying that goes "the devil is in the details", and that's often where lies can be uncovered if you look closely enough.
  • When the news broke about his affair, he tried to lie his way out of it, but it only made things worse.
  • The detective suspected that the suspect was lying about his whereabouts on the night of the crime, but he needed more evidence to prove it.
  • The government's persistent lies about the state of the economy have eroded public trust and resulted in widespread disillusionment.
  • Despite knowing that lying is morally wrong, many people still resort to it as a means of protecting their self-interests.
  • It's not enough to simply avoid telling lies. We must actively cultivate habits of honesty and truthfulness in our daily lives.
  • Sheila could sense that her friend was telling a lie, but she didn't want to confront her about it and risk damaging their relationship.
  • In the world of finance, lies and half-truths often run rampant, but it's crucial to conduct thorough due diligence before investing in anything.
  • My grandmother always used to say that the biggest lie you could tell was to yourself, and I never truly understood what she meant until I found myself struggling with my own self-doubt.
  • It's often said that the best lies are the ones that contain a kernel of truth, but I've found that even the smallest fabrication can sometimes snowball into something much bigger.
  • As a doctor, I can't tell you how many times patients have tried to lie about their medical history, but it's always important to get to the bottom of the truth in order to provide the best treatment possible.
  • Despite his claims of being an honest politician, the truth was that he had been caught in several lies throughout his career.
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