7 Body Language Signs That Mean Someone Is Lying

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Their feet are positioned in a particular way.

Feet reveal lies: Foot movement shows distraction, pointing away signifies deceit. James Miller, psychotherapist.

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They can't seem to stand still.

Restless feet, swaying may signal lying - Rachel Eddins, LPC. Uneasy body language: moving, leaving convo quickly.

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They are fidgeting with their appearance.

Clark, an experienced attorney, notes lying cues: fidgeting with attire, adjusting glasses, wiping sweat, fussing with hair—distractions from lies.

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They can't make eye contact.

Eyes reveal lies: Avoidance of eye contact signals guilt. Eye movement directions indicate memory (left) or lies (right).

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Their body appears more tense.

Stress from lying leads to closed body language (crossed arms/legs), while truth-tellers show open posture. Raised, forward shoulders signal possible lies (Touch Casino).

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They are hiding their mouth.

Lying body language: tense lips, hidden mouth with hands, crossed arms/legs aren't sole signs, says experts Taylor, Gutheinz, Bliliuos.

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Their body language is different than it usually is.

Individual lying cues vary; Cassandra LeClair suggests spotting changes in their usual body language as a sign.

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