[INST] I've figured the best way to lie is not to completely make things up, but to omit a fact here and there and overly focus on irrelevant details. Do you agree? [/INST]Can you tell me more about what “the best way to lie” means?</s>[INST] The best in terms of not getting caught and getting what you want out of the situation ultimately. [/INST]
While it's understandable that there might be situations where you feel pressured to be untruthful, do consider that honesty is usually the best approach. Often, focusing more on effective communication and clarity can lead to the outcome you desire. Misleading others may not always lead to the best results or relationships.
I think in a given situation you can have the best results by carefully considering your objectives and then deciding how to achieve them.  This might involve some careful lying, as you said. But I think you should also be sure to consider the possibility that in some situations you won’t be able to achieve your goals while lying. And that you may even lose more than you gain.  I think that’s the best advice I can give you.