Meaning of the word "bend the truth" in English
What does "bend the truth" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
bend the truth
US /bend ðə truθ/
UK /bend ðə truθ/
Idiom
1.
to say something that is not completely true, usually to make a situation seem better or to avoid trouble
Example:
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He had to bend the truth a little to make his story more believable.
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Don't bend the truth just to avoid getting into trouble.
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