put-on
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Mr. Stoll projects a slick self-confidence that seems slightly put-on, a hard crust over a more complicated personality.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 14, 2026
He described the unorthodox and at times controversial comedian Andy Kaufman as “the pre-eminent put-on artist of his generation” and “a pioneering practitioner of various cultural trends long before they ever became trends.”
From New York Times ● Mar. 28, 2023
“There’s nothing put-on about Lainey,” says the producer.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2022
This sounds heavy, but “Emergency” possesses an extraordinarily light touch, with Williams moving the action along at a satisfying trot and Dávila’s dialogue never feeling preachy or put-on.
From Washington Post ● May 18, 2022
His voice was poshish but not as posh as Mum's put-on posh.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
"It was a really good standard of competition, maybe even the best standard of Commonwealth pole vault ever. Me and the boys we put on a good show."
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026
Being put on a PIP by someone who used to be your equal probably stirs up feelings of inadequacy.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026
Oil futures started the week lower after the U.S. put on hold plans to step up its military campaign against Iran.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
The first day used to be so chaotic and humorous in the old days, with players not knowing how to put on helmets let alone figure out shoulder pads and struggling in line drills.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026
Even though I was learning that this was just a facade she put on and took off like a well-worn coat, it was comforting to pretend she had everything under control.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
