When is it okay to lie?

protecting someone from

Meaning: Keeping someone safe from something harmful or upsetting.

Examples:

1. He lied to protect her from bad news.
2. Parents try to protect children from danger.

reacting adversely

Meaning: Responding in a negative or harmful way.

Examples:

1. She reacted adversely to the news.
2. Some people react adversely under stress.

harm themselves

Meaning: Cause physical or emotional injury to oneself.

Examples:

1. The lie was meant to stop him from harming himself.
2. Support is important for people who might harm themselves.

reactive

Meaning: Responding quickly and emotionally rather than calmly.

Examples:

1. He is very reactive when stressed.
2. Reactive behavior can cause problems.

in nature

Meaning: As a basic or natural characteristic.

Examples:

1. He is calm in nature.
2. Some people are emotional in nature.

rational

Meaning: Logical and able to think clearly.

Examples:

1. Try to stay rational in difficult situations.
2. She made a rational decision.

hide the truth

Meaning: Not tell someone the real facts.

Examples:

1. He hid the truth to protect his friend.
2. Sometimes people hide the truth to avoid conflict.