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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pretending

/prɪˈtɛndɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does pretending mean?

verb

To give a false impression of something, or to behave in a way that is not genuine. Pretending is often used to deceive or mislead others.

Example

"She was pretending to be interested in the conversation, but was actually checking her phone."

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