pretended
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
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
That legacy belongs to the young girl who once pretended to be a boy just to box when girls were not allowed.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026
Kat pretended to text someone but actually snapped a photo of Sara and sent it to the others.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
