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grain of truth

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Synonym of kernel of truth.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • There's not a grain of truth in what you just told me.
  • It may be a tall tale, but there is a grain of truth to it as well.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: kernel of truth

Antonyms: none provided

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