white lie (wáit lái)

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Signification

a harmless or small lie told to avoid hurting someone

un petit mensonge inoffensif dit pour éviter de blesser quelqu'un (un petit mensonge inoffensif dit pour éviter de blesser quelqu'un)

"I told a white lie to avoid upsetting her."

"J'ai dit un petit mensonge pour éviter de la contrarier." (J'ai dit un **petit mensonge** pour éviter de la contrarier.)

to behave in a way that fits a particular role or situation

To innovate quickly, even if mistakes happen along the way.

to take a foolish risk that may bring bad luck

something very complicated or difficult to understand

to begin performing or speaking publicly

To be extremely curious and ask many questions.