Definition of Lie
Lie
lie
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
an intentional or deliberate statement that is not true;
e.g. He told a white lie once in a while just to save himself from getting in trouble.
(verb)
to make an untrue statement; to say something that is not true;
e.g. A lot of people lie on their resumes, and then are unable to do the job they were hired for.
(verb)
to be or lay in a horizontal position;
e.g. He tried to hide and lie motionless until the monster left the room.
(verb)
to create a false impression;
e.g. The numbers don't lie, the company is clearly in a steady decline.
(verb)
to remain or be in a specific state or position;
e.g. The building lies in devastating ruins today.
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