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These lies give the liar an advantage while placing the dupe at a disadvantage. Another category of lie is the other-oriented lie. These lies are told with the motivation to help or protect others.

Some of the most common reasons for lying are that we want other people to like us and we don’t want to make them feel bad.Illustration: Angelica Alzona/Guardian Design; Images via CSA Images/blackred ...