harmless untruths
nounUK /ˈhɑːmləs ʌnˈtruːðz/
US /ˈhɑːrmləs ʌnˈtruːðz/
Small lies that do not hurt anyone.
She told harmless untruths to keep the surprise party a secret.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Untrue statements made to be kind or polite rather than to deceive.
His harmless untruths about her cooking kept the dinner pleasant.
3. Minor falsehoods told to avoid hurting someone's feelings.
The children's harmless untruths about the drawing made their teacher smile.
4. Small fabrications that cause no real harm or damage.
The report was full of harmless untruths that no one bothered to correct.