Example Sentences

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As indicated above, ordinary lying involves intentional false claims about the world, while bullshitting involves intentionally false claims and representations about the bullshitter themselves.

From Salon • Feb. 24, 2019

The mentality of the bullshitter dismisses even the possibility of knowing the truth, and justifies all manner of what-aboutism, to avoid responsibility.

From Salon • Feb. 24, 2019

Frankfurt distinguishes the bullshitter from the liar: the latter must care about the truth in order to hide it, whereas the former is utterly indifferent.

From Salon • Jun. 18, 2017

This definition hinges on a crucial distinction between a liar and a bullshitter.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2016