Definition of “true” - English Dictionary

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• But I didn't invent the story - everything I told you is true.
• Do you think it's true that teenage girls are less self-confident than their male peers?
• I didn't know whether his story was true or not, but I decided to give him the benefit of the doubt.
• Is it true (that) she's gone back to teaching?
• I hereby certify (that) the above information is true and accurate.

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• This scandal raises new questions about the president's true character.
• It's when something really bad like this happens that you find out who your true friends are.
• We each give you a definition of the word printed on the card, and you have to say which you think is the true definition.
• I feel I've found my true vocation.
• The hero of the film finally finds his true self.

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• She was a true patriot to the last.
• He'll be remembered both as a brilliant footballer and as a true sportsman.
• He has been a true friend to me.
• She said she would stand by me, and she has been true to her word.
• His ministers remained true to him throughout the crisis.