to tell the truth

phrase

—used to say that one is stating what one really thinks
I didn't really like the movie, to tell the truth.

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So, the best option is to tell the truth with respect and dignity. — Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 27 Oct. 2026 Lee knows that the liberties of fiction do not absolve him of a responsibility to tell the truth. — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 23 Oct. 2026 After the a formal presentation of arms by the King’s Guard on the front lawn of the castle, Kate spends the next few hours trying — and failing — to get the president to tell the truth to the Brits about the Russian sub. — Adam B. Vary, IndieWire, 15 Oct. 2026 This practice builds a culture where associates trust one another enough to tell the truth. — Nancy Padberg, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for to tell the truth

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“To tell the truth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/to%20tell%20the%20truth. Accessed 1 Nov. 2026.

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