A white lie

Directions: Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Select the response (a), (b), (c) or (d), which is the most appropriate meaning and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.

  1. A. An offensive way of describing something
  2. B. To do something completely impossible
  3. C. A lie that is absolutely and universally true
  4. D. A lie that you tell to avoid hurting someone ✓

Correct Answer: D. A lie that you tell to avoid hurting someone

Explanation

A 'white lie' refers to a harmless or small lie, especially one told to avoid hurting someone's feelings.

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