Compounds Quote by Meyer Lansky
“Don't lie,Tell one lie,then you gotta tell another lie to compound on the first.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Crime History Documentary, 1990
One lie leads to another, creating a cascade of deception that compounds the original falsehood.
In simple terms: Lying compounds; each lie requires another.
Key Takeaway
Avoid lying to prevent a chain of deception.
Themes
deception
consequences
integrity
Mood
cautionary
ethical
Type
moral
practical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- legal contexts
- business negotiations
Key Concepts
ethics
psychology of lying
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the long‑term costs of a single lie?
- How can honesty simplify complex situations?
A Different Perspective
Lies may temporarily hide truth but cause greater harm.
