Even the phrase "you were lied to" is bound to make some people defensive. People generally feel embarrassed when they've been conned or deceived, like it's a p

Even the phrase "you were lied to" is bound to make some people defensive. People generally feel embarrassed when they've been conned or deceived, like it's a personal failing on their own part, and that statement is just bluntly calling them out for being a fool. It's pretty tricky to point these things out without offending anyone.