He likes to bend the truth to make his stories sound better.
bend the truth
idiomTo change or leave out certain facts of a story or situation, generally in order to elicit a specific response in the audience.
The salesman decided to bend the truth about the car's age just to make sure he closed the deal today.
While the politician did not outright lie, he was known to bend the truth when discussing the economic impact of his new policy.
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bend one's elbow
To drink alcoholic beverages, especially at a public house or bar.
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bend over backwards
To make a great effort; to take extraordinary care; to go to great lengths.
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bend someone's ear
To bore; to talk too long, especially to one particular person.
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bend someone's will
To persuade or otherwise induce someone to change his or her views or to choose a different course of action.
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bend the brain
To be difficult to comprehend.
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bend the knee
To swear fealty or allegiance to another person.
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bend to one's will
To compel someone or something to conform to one's desires.
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bend to someone's will
To yield to persuasion or other pressure originating from someone.