Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lie-through-ones-teeth

idiom

/laɪ θruː wʌnz tiːθ/

Definition

To tell an outright lie with confidence, often used to imply that the person is lying shamelessly.

Examples

Despite being caught in numerous lies, he continued to lie through his teeth about his involvement in the scandal.
She was lying through her teeth when she claimed she had finished the project on time.
It’s hard to trust someone who lies through their teeth so effortlessly.

Meaning

This phrase indicates that someone is being deceitful while pretending to be honest or believable. It highlights the audacity and boldness in the act of lying.