然而，有时我们需要谎言，因为一个善意的谎言可以给人安慰和鼓励。

However, sometimes we need lies in real life, because a white lie can give one comfort and encouragement.

youdao

我听过一些老总说他们没法这样训练自我意识，因为权宜之计就需要谎言，欺骗，还有游戏。

I've heard executives say that they can't win this battle of conscience because expediencies require lies, cover-ups, deceit, or game playing.

youdao

问题在于，确切来说就在现在这个时候，为什么会有这种需要谎言来维持社会秩序的，更新了的需求呢？

The question is why, at this precise moment, is there this renewed need for a lie to maintain the social system?

youdao

And it's true; each group needed a justification for lying about the task.

这是真的;,每一组都需要一个理由来支持他们的谎言。

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