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give the lie to

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give the lie to something
Fig. to show that something is a lie. The evidence gives the lie to your testimony. Your own admission of your part in the conspiracy gives the lie to your earlier testimony.
See also: give, lie

give the lie to something   (formal)
to show that something is not true The high incidence of cancer in the region surely gives the lie to official assurances that the factory is safe.
See also: give, lie

give the lie to something (slightly formal)
to show that something is not true He did not go into hiding, which gave the lie to the statement that he could not be found for an interview.
Usage notes: also used in the form give the lie to someone (to show that someone has not been telling the truth): The latest soil tests give the lie to officials who say that the area is not contaminated.
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Foot and eye shall not lie, nor give the lie to each other.
She then made an extraordinary effort to receive him, but never did a more distressed countenance give the lie to a more amiable smile.
The archdeacon hesitated for a moment, then he allowed a gloomy smile to escape, which seemed to give the lie to his response: "
 
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