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pretended

[pri-ten-did] / prɪˈtɛn dɪd /


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These were that Simpson, from Aberdeen, pretended to employees he was a medical student authorised to be in ARI.

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

Also this year, Cohen’s press officer secretly was recorded by a woman who pretended to be on a date with him.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

He then pretended to board the old Air Force One, only to secretly switch planes by hiding in a refueling truck, due to security threats.

From Barron's ● Sep. 9, 2026

Instead, Owens pretended there are numerous holes in the case.

From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2026

But Imogene pretended not to hear her and just went on collecting money.

From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson




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