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lying

verb
/ˈlaɪɪŋ/

Meaning

the act of not telling the truth

Example Sentences

He was caught lying about his grades.

Example Expressions

white lie

Synonyms

falsehood, deceit, fibbing, dishonesty, untruth

Antonyms

truth, honesty, frankness

Collocations

caught lying, lying flat, lying awake, lying about

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