untruth
noun
un·truth
ˌən-ˈtrüth 
ˈən-ˌtrüth
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Examples of untruth in a Sentence
the untruths he has uttered
their argument rests on a fundamental untruth which has long been discredited
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The verb lie, lie, lied, which means to tell an untruth, is an intransitive verb not requiring an object.
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
His persistent attacks against those who contradict his untruths or point out problems with his administration’s policies have created an atmosphere of fear that impedes bureaucrats from speaking up.
—Daron Acemoglu, Foreign Affairs, 23 Mar. 2020
Badawi, having traveled to more than 34 African countries, dismantles many untruths in this prolific book.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 18 Dec. 2024
Social media appears to be just as effective in spreading untruths and even ethnic barbs in Ethiopia.
—James Jeffrey, Foreign Affairs, 7 Nov. 2016
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
His persistent attacks against those who contradict his untruths or point out problems with his administration’s policies have created an atmosphere of fear that impedes bureaucrats from speaking up.
—Daron Acemoglu, Foreign Affairs, 23 Mar. 2020
Badawi, having traveled to more than 34 African countries, dismantles many untruths in this prolific book.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 18 Dec. 2024
Social media appears to be just as effective in spreading untruths and even ethnic barbs in Ethiopia.
—James Jeffrey, Foreign Affairs, 7 Nov. 2016
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“Untruth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/untruth. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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untruth
noun
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