the truth

noun

: the real facts about something : the things that are true

Are you telling (me) the truth?

At some point you have to face the simple/hard/honest/plain/naked truth that we failed.

Do you swear to tell the whole truth and nothing but the truth?

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But this year, it’s got an asterisk because sometimes, the truth can be more harmful than omission. —

Liza Monroy, People.com, 25 Jan. 2025 Over 45 years later, Questlove, who has directed Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of SNL Music, which premieres on NBC on January 27, has uncovered the truth. —

Peter White, Deadline, 24 Jan. 2025 Each individual record can't be comprehensive, but with the records of many people, the truth of the matter might come to light, revealing more of its essence. —

John Ruwitch, NPR, 24 Jan. 2025 Whenever Arniel has been asked about his lineup decisions, he’s given answers that struck me as part of the truth. —

Murat Ates, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for the truth