pretended
Example Sentences
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Instead, it referenced the charges against Zapata Rivera’s wife and suggested he had only pretended to have a medical crisis while refusing help from paramedics.
From Salon
She pretended to be deeply interested in her fabrics.
From Literature
"This is so weird, we just pretended to do this and now it's happening," he said when picking up the trophy for best TV comedy actor.
From BBC
Everyone knew what was happening even if they pretended not to.
From Salon
Judge Williams said Villafane charmed his partner and pretended to be caring and generous.
From BBC
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