The truth is rarely pure and never simple, say (7)

I believe the answer is:

epigram

(Other definitions for epigram that I've seen before include "Clever remark" , "Pithy and witty saying" , "Snappy piece of wit" , "A short witty saying" , "Witty, paradoxical remark" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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