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pretends

/prɪˈtɛndz/ /priˈtɛndz/

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verb

To claim, to allege, especially when falsely or as a form of deliberate deception.

Examples :

"My little brother pretends to be asleep when he doesn't want to do his chores. "

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verb

To feign, affect (a state, quality, etc.).

Examples :

"My little brother pretends to be a superhero when he plays in the backyard. "

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verb

To lay claim to (an ability, status, advantage, etc.). (originally used without to)

Examples :

"He pretends authority he doesn't actually have. "

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verb

To make oneself appear to do or be doing something; to engage in make-believe.

Examples :

"The little boy pretends to be a superhero when he plays in the backyard. "

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verb

To hold before, or put forward, as a cloak or disguise for something else; to exhibit as a veil for something hidden.

Examples :

"He pretends to be sick so he doesn't have to go to school. "

appearance action character

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verb

To intend; to design, to plot; to attempt.

Examples :

"The spy pretends to be a tourist to gather information. "

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verb

To hold before one; to extend.

Examples :

"The security guard pretends his walkie-talkie towards the incoming vehicle, signaling it to stop. "

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