English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "truth is stranger" Mean?
Learn what "truth is stranger" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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The truth is stranger
It means the real situation is more unusual or surprising than people expect.
From Mysterious Murderer, Episode 15
When do people say this?
Scene Context
A speaker says reality is more unexpected than people may think.
Usage Scenario
Use it when revealing that reality is more surprising than assumptions. It sounds dramatic and somewhat literary.
Better ways to say it
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The truth is stranger than what you might think.
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The truth is stranger than fiction.
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Reality is stranger than you think.
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