When learning to ski lies–
“It’s really not that cold.”
“Falling won’t hurt. The snow is soft.”
“That outfit doesn’t make you look silly (fat).”
“Nobody ever falls out of ski lifts.”
“You’re not learning if you’re not falling.”
“It doesn’t seem that steep when you’re at the top.”
“The boots won’t pinch your feet once you’ve worn them for a while.”
“You’ll be skiing like a pro in no time.”
“Don’t worry. It’s not broken.”
I’d say it’s a lie if it’s said after you ask. If the person just says it, out of the blue after the act, then there’s a good chance it’s at least close to true (you may not be the best, but certainly good enough to warrant a nice compliment.)
My own contribution, from the world of waiting tables:
“Don’t worry, I’m a good tipper.”
“Pun not intended.”
Especially in writing.
However, I happen to enjoy a good pun.
Perhaps the above mentioned statement isn’t always a lie, but why feel the need to point out that it wasn’t intended? Do we automatically assume that every pun in speech or writing is intended, unless otherwise noted? I mean, what the hell is going on here?
“I wrote/said it without intending a pun but after the fact realized it’s a good pun and someone else might notice and tease me about it. Therefore I am acknowledging that what I said contains a cool pun but I didn’t set out to create it.”
“We’re doing this to strengthen the company.”
No, you’re doing this to line your pocketbook.
I’m probably risking the wrath from the SDMB women with this one. Getting ready to go out somewhere: " I’ll only be five more minutes! " If I multiply by three than we are getting closer to the truth.
Now this is just from my experience but I bet some males here are silently nodding their heads.
Oooh! I had to stop and think about that one. Nice.
“Whatever you decide is fine with me.”
“I’ll call you.”
“I had a great time tonight.”
“It sure was nice meeting you.”
“I’m telling you the truth.”
“I was into <insert trendy band/book/movie/fad of the moment> years ago, before anybody else heard of <him/her/them/it>.”