feign

Example Sentences

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The perpetrator would have to keep at least one clue from his victims to feign innocence, but a subtle inconsistency would allow others to infer his guilt.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

Experts have previously warned the potential for AI chatbots to make things up, be overly-encouraging, and feign empathy can pose risks to young and vulnerable people.

From BBC • Oct. 29, 2025

Still, the Dodgers won’t feign passivity this time.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 15, 2025

It’s weird to be paranoid or to feign paranoia as part of an elaborate performance to manipulate rubes.

From Slate • Aug. 6, 2025

“Well, he wouldn’t be there with Mom. So he could feign innocence,” Camille says.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller