Would it be ethical for you to lie to get what you deserve but couldn't get any other way? For example, would it be ethical to lie to get a well-earned promotion or raise?
Would it be ethical for you to lie to your relationship partner to avoid a conflict and, perhaps, splitting up? Would it make a difference if the issue was a minor one (e.g., you were late for an appointment because you wanted to see the end of your favorite show) or a major one (e.g., continued infidelity)?
Would it be ethical for you to lie to get yourself out of an unpleasant situation, for example, an unpleasant date, an extra office chore, or a boring conversation?