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How to tell if Someone is LYING

Definition of a LIE
A false statement deliberately presented as being true; a falsehood.
Something meant to deceive or mistakenly accepted as true.
To present false information with the intention of deceiving.

LYING TELLS: Mumbling and, or talking faster than normal may indicate somone is anxious to finish a conversation and avoid answering questions. Fragmentary speech is common as are tonal shifts. However, it’s important to note that particular behaviours can occur for countless reasons and are only a red flag if they differ from the norm.

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