faking
Example Sentences
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Mogotsi appeared in court accused of faking the attempt on his life.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Prosecutors have accused Soofer of faking invoices for fresh meals while clients were left to eat breakfast bars, canned beans and ramen noodles.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
In Louisiana, federal authorities in July announced the indictment of top local law enforcement officers and a businessman for allegedly faking reports of armed robberies to help foreign nationals secure U visas.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
That is, employees faking enthusiasm and effectiveness of AI tools to meet their boss’s inflated expectations.
From Barron's • Dec. 30, 2025
After a few minutes of faking it, I push the button for the sentence “Go back to H-5,” and Catherine and I roll back down the hall.
From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper
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