feign
Example Sentences
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That leaves only the feigned feud between Paul and Gronkowski — Brady’s longtime pal and New England Patriots teammate.
From Los Angeles Times
Anna May feigned offense, then tipped up her chin and said with exaggerated loftiness, “And actually, I was one of just three lantern holders.”
From Literature
I try to feign a look of relief, even as the back of my neck is still crawling.
From Literature
The demands are part of a broader public expression of confidence—whether real or feigned—in recent days.
He led off the “Weekend Update” sketch by feigning shock at her firing, asking viewers to “name one to 20 things she did wrong.”
From Salon
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