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Is it OK to Lie When Writing a Recommendation Letter?

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Question: Is it OK to Lie When Writing a Recommendation Letter?
Answer: No. If you are unable to write an honest recommendation letter for the person who requested it, you should tell them so upfront. If you try to write the letter and fail to come up with enough true things to say, you are doing the person a serious disservice. You will be much better off politely declining the invitation.
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