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Virtù & Vizio - Bugie

Scopri come i proverbi inglesi come "mezza verità è spesso una bugia intera" e "i bugiardi hanno bisogno di buoni ricordi" raffigurano le bugie in inglese.

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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

Ex: The detective knew 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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used to imply that lies have no foundation or support to stand on, and will eventually be exposed or disproved

Ex: As a detective, I know that lies can unravel quickly.
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used to suggest that sometimes it is better to remain ignorant in order to avoid falsehoods or unpleasant truths

Ex: As a therapist, I know that it's important to create a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients.
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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

Ex: After being misled by someone who only told me part of the story, I realized how deceptive half-truths can be.
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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

Ex: After being caught in a lie, I realized how hard it is to keep track of the details.
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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

Ex: After being caught in a lie, I realized how quickly it can spiral out of control.
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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

Ex: 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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