as in pretending
to present a false appearance of
I would never feign illness just to get out of a test
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for feigning
Verb
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While maintaining a quirky and mysterious air, the show yields questions like, is a cult real if its creators are pretending but its followers aren’t?—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
24 Dec. 2024 -
June Squibb plays the titular Thelma, who gets taken in by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson Danny (Fred Hechinger) to the tune of $10,000.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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In our simulation, the Tennessee Titans selected Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders at No. 1, while the Cleveland Browns took Sanders’ teammate, Colorado cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter.—
Charlotte Carroll,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
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While the study used 2D models of the shockwaves, more complex, 3D simulations are needed to fully capture how the club’s structure works, adds Espinosa in the statement.—
Sara Hashemi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 Feb. 2025
Verb
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In addition to large-scale data theft, economic disruption, and intelligence breaches, quantum computers could be used for malicious purposes such as simulating and synthesizing chemical weapons or optimizing the flight trajectories of a swarm of drones.—
Charina Chou,
Foreign Affairs,
7 Jan. 2025
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Nvidia’s Omniverse allows users to put together world scenes digitally, simulating a physical environment.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Jan. 2025
Noun
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For example, Sentinel is great for analyzing visual manipulation and AI forgery, whereas DeepWare helps analyze video and audio communication.—
Essence,
Essence,
14 Feb. 2025
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The trio is each charged with 60 felony counts, including forgery and theft by deception, Steele said.—
Mike Stunson,
Miami Herald,
23 Jan. 2025
Verb
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As such, even assuming that some more tariffs are put on, the potential impact on China's economy overall is likely to be limited.—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Even when assuming that a product works well and its technology and application are based on sound and robust scientific evidence, adoption and long-term success depend heavily on a customer's first experience and expectations.—
Mattia Lucchini,
Forbes,
7 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Even Doncic appeared slighted by the trade after writing a farewell note to Mavericks fans just hours after the trade, which some believed was a fake on social media when reports dropped, became official.—
Scott Thompson,
Fox News,
3 Feb. 2025
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Everyone hates tourists:Here's how to be a better traveler Travel fakes exposed:Simple steps to protect your trip – and your wallet Why going into debt to travel is crazy The allure of a picture-perfect vacation, often fueled by social media, can quickly lead you astray.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA TODAY,
31 Jan. 2025
Noun
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But buyers should be careful when purchasing tickets online and be wary of counterfeits.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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Some critics allege that U.S. research security is still not properly defending American science and technology against theft or counterfeit by rivals.—
Mark Zachary Taylor,
The Conversation,
15 Jan. 2025
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