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Truth, Secrecy, & Deception - Trust & Honesty

Explore English idioms regarding truth and honesty, including "pull no punches" and "lay it on the line".

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English idioms relate to Truth, Secrecy, & Deception

to take action based on one's words or beliefs and living up to the standards that one talks about

Ex: To be an effective mentor , you need to not only talk the talk but walk the walk by setting a positive example for your mentees .
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to make a firm promise to someone

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to believe what someone says without needing further proof

Ex: The tour guide mentioned that the hike was challenging but rewarding , and took their word for it and embarked on the adventure .
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an assumption based on trust given to a person or thing, even though one is not entirely sure

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in an honest or sincere manner

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to not think carefully before saying something or reacting to a situation

Ex: The politician 's controversial remarks during the interview showed his tendency shoot from the hip, often making provocative statements without considering their impact .
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to not hesitate to do or say what one truly wants

Ex: The made no bones about the difficulty of the upcoming exam , warning the students to prepare thoroughly .
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to talk about something openly and frankly, particularly something that is unpleasant to hear

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to directly tell a person a fact, usually one that is unpleasant

Ex: I appreciate when my give it to me straight and offer their honest opinions , even if it 's not what I want to hear .
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to seriously and honestly discuss a matter

Ex: The mediator encouraged the disputing parties talk turkey and find common ground to resolve the conflict .
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to show one's criticism or disapproval without considering other people's feelings

Ex: In the review , the pulled no punches when discussing the employee 's underperformance .
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man to man
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in a completely honest and frank way, particularly used for a discussion between two men

Ex: In times of conflict , it 's essential to address issues directlyman to man, without evasion or deflection .
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(of a fact stated) in a way that is very direct and clear

Ex: The politician did n't answer the question directly , in as many words, he conveyed his stance on the issue .
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an agreement that is based on the mutual trust of the parties, which is of no legal value

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to make no effort to hide one's true feelings and intentions

Ex: wore her heart on her sleeve during the heartfelt speech , moving the audience with her sincerity and passion .
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to reveal to a person, an organization, etc. what one truly feels or thinks

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(of a business) to share confidential or sensitive information to a business partner or colleague

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to start to talk about what one truly feels or thinks

Ex: The artist 's paintings were a way for her bare her soul to the world , channeling her emotions and experiences onto the canvas .
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to openly share one's thoughts and feelings with someone

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to share with someone all one's feelings, most private thoughts, and secrets

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