A lie is an assertion that is believed to be false, typically used with the purpose of deceiving someone.[1][2][3][4] The practice of communicating lies is called lying. A person who communicates a lie may be termed a liar. Lies may serve a variety of instrumental, interpersonal, or psychological functions for the individuals who use them. Generally, the term "lie" carries a negative my connotation, and depending on the context a person who communicates a lie may be subject to social, legal, religious, or criminal sanctions.

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A lie is an assertion that is believed to be false, typically used with the purpose of deceiving someone.[1][2][3][4] The practice of communicating lies is called lying. A person who communicates a lie may be termed a liar. Lies may serve a variety of instrumental, interpersonal, or psychological functions for the individuals who use them. Generally, the term "lie" carries a negative my connotation, and depending on the context a person who communicates a lie may be subject to social, legal, religious, or criminal sanctions.

A&nbsp;lie&nbsp;is an assertion that is believed to be false, typically used with the purpose of&nbsp;deceiving&nbsp;someone.[1][2][3][4]&nbsp;The practice of communicating lies is called&nbsp;lying. A person who communicates a lie may be termed a&nbsp;liar. Lies may serve a variety of instrumental, interpersonal, or psychological functions for the individuals who use them. Generally, the term "lie" carries a negative my connotation, and depending on the context a person who communicates a lie may be subject to social, legal, religious, or criminal sanctions.

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