as in to masquerade (as)
to pretend to be (what one is not) in appearance or behavior
posing as a soldier, the spy sneaked onto the base with surprising ease
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Kirk played a pivotal role in helping Republicans close the gap among young voters in 2024.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025 -
The Astros are now one game behind the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians, with two games to play.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
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Within hours, some women began posting mocking videos on TikTok.—
Heather Hunter,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Sep. 2025
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After the assassination, Morelo said he was disturbed by those who mocked or celebrated the conservative activist's killing.—
Max Bacall , Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
24 Sep. 2025
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To achieve the characteristic soap-nails effect, the color should be applied in thin layers and have a glossy finish, imitating the transparency and freshness of a wet bar of soap.—
Irene Reyes,
Glamour,
23 Sep. 2025
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Lewis allegedly obtained the spray -- designed to imitate fecal odor -- from an online distributor, according to the sheriff's office.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Pose (as).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pose%20%28as%29. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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