1
as in poses
to take on a false or deceptive appearance
I pretended that I didn't care that my ex had a new man in her life
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2
as in assumes
to present a false appearance of
as if I would ever pretend illness just to take off a day from work
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pretends
Verb
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About a third of the population thinks getting a COVID booster poses a large or moderate risk to their well-being — about the same on the threat scale as air and water pollution.—
Adriel Bettelheim,
Axios,
11 Mar. 2025 -
Silver medalist Shelby Houlihan of Team United States poses on the podium during the medal ceremony after the Women's 3000m Final on day two of the World Athletics Indoor Championships Nanjing 2025.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Her budget proposal presented to the board March 26 aims for an average increase to teacher supplements of 5% and assumes a state salary increase of 3%.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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At least that’s what Coop sourly assumes.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Ready for a robot that not only looks human but also acts and reacts like one, expressing emotions like shyness, excitement or friendliness?—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
FOXNews.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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And here’s a look at the must-see Latino acts at this year’s festive.—
Kevinisha Walker,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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“Pretends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pretends. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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