half-truth

/ˌhæf ˌˈtruθ/
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Other forms: half-truths

Definitions of half-truth
  1. noun
    a partially true statement intended to deceive or mislead
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    type of:
    deceit, deception, misrepresentation
    a misleading falsehood
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