Lied Quote by Agatha Christie
“If you confront anyone who has lied with the truth, he will usually admit it - often out of sheer surprise. It is only necessary to guess right to produce your effect.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, 1926
Truth confronts liars, often surprising them into confession; guessing correctly yields influence.
In simple terms: Truth forces liars to admit; correct guesses empower.
Key Takeaway
Use truth strategically to reveal deception.
Themes
deception
truth
psychology
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- legal investigations
- interrogations
- personal disputes
Key Concepts
ethics
influence
surprise
Questions to Reflect On
- How can truth be used responsibly?
- What are the limits of guessing in influencing others?
A Different Perspective
May manipulate truth unethically.
