lie

the big lie: seebig.

give the lie to something serve to show that something previously stated or believed to be the case is not true.

I tell a lie (or that's a lie) an expression used to immediately correct yourself when you realize that you have made an incorrect remark. informal

let sleeping dogs lie: seesleeping.

let something lie take no action regarding a controversial or problematic matter.

lie back and think of England (of a woman) submit stoically to uncongenial but unavoidable sexual intercourse, especially with a husband. British

lie doggo: seedoggo.

lie in state (of the corpse of a person of national importance) be laid in a public place of honour before burial.

lie like a trooper tell lies constantly and flagrantly. Compare with swear like a trooper (atswear).

lie through your teeth (or in your throat) tell an outright lie without remorse. informal

lie low: seelow.

live a lie lead a life that conceals your true nature or circumstances.

nail a lie: seenail.