be dishonest

Example Sentences

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She said that the couple "continued to be dishonest" about Eleanor's real start in life and how she came to be in their care.

From BBC • Jul. 14, 2025

It would be dishonest of me to refrain from mentioning the other common conclusion which is widespread ignorance – meaning, a lack of knowledge, education or awareness.

From Salon • Nov. 7, 2024

It forced Lydia and Uche to be dishonest and complicit in the mind games.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 13, 2023

“The data suggest many people will be dishonest for a variety of different reasons.”

From Seattle Times • Oct. 11, 2022

You had to crave something to be dishonest.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck