masquerade
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And though the high gloss may be an act given Gaston’s actual vocation, Marshall plays the part as if the crook himself believes the masquerade.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
The Bohemian second son has so far refused to settle down, but this all changes when he meets a masked lady in silver at a masquerade ball.
From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026
And the masquerade ball holds a lot of excitement and expectations for fans of the book.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026
The only question left is how long she can keep up the masquerade before even her audience sees through it.
From Salon • Dec. 24, 2025
They got up a masquerade, and had a gay time New Year’s Eve.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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