affectation

Example Sentences

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The ironic thing is that those affectations made her, somehow, more authentically herself.

From Los Angeles Times

For all her campy affectations, Samantha was always the most grounded of the characters, able to cut to the heart of things with a witty line, biting comment or just a simple truth.

From Los Angeles Times

While Ross’ style undeniably calls attention to itself, the director is prescient enough to know that some will see his untraditional mode as a mere affectation.

From Salon

Cahoon’s approach to the role is so full of zany affectations and mannerisms that it’s hard to feel on intimate terms with Albin.

From Los Angeles Times

Vocal fry is a normal vocal affectation — used by both men and women — where you drop your voice for emphasis.

From Salon