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?

Examples of the truth in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

One frequent Johnny Carson guest, however, understood the truth. — Rance Collins, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Aug. 2026

To prove to Miles that Sarah is telling the truth—that his work will lead to humanity’s near-annihilation—the T-800 removes the skin from his hand and forearm, revealing the cyber skeleton underneath. — ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026

But the truth is that Piker, and the uncomfortable questions raised by his alliance with El-Sayed, is one of the important questions at stake in the election. — Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026

Check the numbers, ask for the truth, and offer yours with care. — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for the truth

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