set the record straight
Dispel false impressions
To set the record straight is to correct a misunderstanding or false account by stating the facts: Let me set the record straight—I never said I was quitting.
The phrase implies that someone's version of events has been distorted or misrepresented, and the speaker intends to replace it with the truth.
- debunkExpose as false
- rectifyTo make something right
- clear the airDispel tension through discussion
- truthfulAccurate and sincere
- clarifyMake something understandable
accurate · correction · inform · factual · explain · refute · make amends · set things right · elucidate · honest · in all honesty · settle · disclose · come clean · speak the truth · resolve · mediate · amend
set the record straightmuddy the waters
Deliberately confuse an issue
deceive · mislead · misinform · falsify · misrepresent
set the record straightcover up
Conceal misdeeds or errors
whitewash · stonewall · obscure · gloss over · paper over
set the record straightlook the other way
Willfully ignore misconduct
turn a blind eye · keep quiet · bite one's tongue · say nothing
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