act as though
Example Sentences
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One day this boss would make her a promise, and then the next day act as though that conversation had never happened.
From Slate • Sep. 4, 2024
In patients that go on to develop CRS, Tewari explains that while there is "no bacteria, per se," the neutrophils are confused and act as though there's an invader.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2024
"An atom can in some respects act as though it were simultaneously in multiple locations."
From Salon • Jan. 30, 2024
“I can’t understand how the school system seems to think that we ought to act as though we are the parent.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2023
“Can you—” he tried to act as though a horrifying thought had just occurred to him.
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
