Benevolent lie

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Benevolent lie is a lie defined by the teller as not malicious, or even helpful, to the person to whom it is told.

Definition

According to Looking Out, Looking In by Adler, Proctor (15th edition),

Benevolent lie. A lie defined by the teller as not malicious, or even helpful, to the person to whom it is told.