Internet culture
NGL
Not going to lie: an informal introduction to a candid comment.
In everyday use
“NGL, I preferred the first draft.”
What to keep in mind
It often adds emphasis rather than literally announcing a change from dishonesty.
Also searched as: not gonna lie, not going to lie
Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
More in internet culture
Page updated .