poser
Example Sentences
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He was also a steely, secretive poser who worked overtime to airbrush his image.
Others, understanding how tricky it is to be truly smart in a world full of phony intellectuals and career posers, would be appropriately impressed.
From Salon
The posers crowd in to savor the tiny film prints — and raise their cameras to snap digital images of them.
From Los Angeles Times
The posers tricked victims with fake threats, like demanding payments to avoid legal consequences and potential computer issues, according to the Department of Justice.
From Los Angeles Times
Sonny will never admit this, but later on in the story, he feels like a poser and like he's not doing enough.
From Salon
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