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That's usually considered the best policy. Sometimes it can hurt people the truth though. Don't always tell people the truth, it's not always the best thing to do.

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Sometimes telling the truth can hurt others.

Never tell a lie if it's for selfish personal gain.

Here is an example:

Did my child suffer before he died?

Would you tell a mother that? Really? Already grieving the lost of her kid, telling her he was in great anguish and pain wouldn't make it any better.

Another:

Spy, where are your troups hidden? (So we may kill them...)

That would conclude of loss of life.

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