pretended

Example Sentences

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On my bike, away from social constraints, I often pretended to be in a battle, yelling at my troops, or I sang at the top of my lungs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Another character pretended to rough up the first character until the sign opened to say “ICE CREAM,” and then everyone danced happily.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

In response to the criticism, Patel has pretended that his detractors are just jealous of his girlfriend.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

But admits that in the beginning, he was not truly ready to change and only pretended he was seeking support "to keep others happy".

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

I stood on the runners and pretended that I was driving a team of barking dogs.

From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell