Meaning of the word "to tell the truth" in English

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to tell the truth

US /"tə tel ðə truːθ"/
UK /"tə tel ðə truːθ"/
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Phrase

1.

used to introduce a statement of fact or opinion, often one that is surprising or unexpected

Example:
To tell the truth, I don't really like his new song.
He said he was busy, but to tell the truth, he was just avoiding me.
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