Tell me lies
Definition
A colloquial phrase used to implore or challenge someone to deliver falsehoods, often in a flirtatious, resigned, or playfully defiant context.
An idiomatic expression conveying a preference for comforting deceptions over painful truths, popularized in songs and media.
A direct imperative urging deception, sometimes self-directed in moments of denial or escapism.
Examples
After binge-watching rom-coms, she turned to her cat and whispered, 'Tell me lies, like love always wins in the end.'
His boss caught him napping at his desk, so he flashed a grin: 'Tell me lies, pretend you didn't see that.'
At the reunion, she eyed her ex's new haircut and deadpanned, 'Tell me lies, say it suits you perfectly.'
Staring at the scale after holiday feasts, he muttered to the mirror, 'Tell me lies, swear I haven't gained an ounce.'