lie
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On Wednesday, Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn said the blame should lie with the individual who committed the attack.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
"I'm not going to lie, I'm very, very happy that we've won this week," he said.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Leo XIV tossed away the diplomatic tact usually required of popes as he began a state visit to Spain on Saturday, revealing that his footballing loyalties lie with Real Madrid.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
But the bigger lie is Shirley presenting himself as a “journalist,” when he eschews basic responsibility to the facts.
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026
But I can’t lie to her, and at least my words might help to open those innocent eyes of hers to the reality of our lives.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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