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• n.: lie (pl.: lies)

• irr. v.: lie (lay, lied; lain, lied)

• family: liar

• synonyms: deceit, deceive

• antonyms: truth

translation:

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examples:

My sister and I make a dollar here, a dollar there reading fortune. I make the most of course. -It's because you tell the prettiest lies.

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There are several different ways to tell if a perp is lying. The liar will avoid direct eye contact. The liar will cover part of his or her face with his hands. The liar will perspire.

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You know the difference between telling the truth and telling a lie, don't you, son?

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I want to see my father. -You want your father, boy? He's lying on the floor of some tavern, getting pissed on by his friends.

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There's not one thing I regret as I lay here right now.

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When soldiers lack discipline, the fault lies with their commander.

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I want you to promise me: No more climbing. -I promise. -Do you know what? -What? -You always look at your feet before you lie.

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Well. He's lying. There's no doubt about that.

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Here's how it works: I make a statement about your past. If I'm right, you drink. If I'm wrong, I drink. And no lying. I'll know if you're lying.

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Now that you mention it, I do have trouble breathing underwater sometimes. I'll take the gills. -Yes, gills. Then, you don't need lungs anymore, is right? -Can't imagine why I would. -Lie down on table. I take lungs now, gills come next week.

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Remember, lie, cheat, steal and listen to heavy metal music! -Yes, sir!

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I'm a vile man, I confess it. My crimes and sins are beyond counting. I have lied and cheated, gambled and whored.

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You can't go! You're the best teacher I'll ever have. -That's not true. Other teachers will come along. -Oh, please. -No, I can't lie to you, I am the best.

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Here lies Philip J. Fry, named for his uncle to carry on his spirit.

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Humour isn't my strength. -That's because most jokes are lies and you're devoted to the truth.

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