pretending

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Speaking of which, a year and a half ago in this space I wrote a guide to pretending to understand quantum computing.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Modern Jewish history proves that moral sensitivity isn’t enough, and there’s nothing moral about pretending it is.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

This does not mean pretending $100-plus oil is harmless.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

“People love to manufacture the drama of pretending that I’m claiming it,” Parsons says.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

“No one’s going to come in,” said Molly, dutifully pretending to watch the door and not Anat.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny