appear naive

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To give the impression of being naive.

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  • His innocent questions made him appear quite naive.
  • She tried not to appear naive in front of the experienced professionals.
  • Sometimes, to appear naive can be a strategic advantage.
  • He didn't want to appear naive about the complexities of the business.
  • Despite his age, he often managed to appear surprisingly naive.
  • The new intern might appear naive, but she learns quickly.
  • Don't let yourself appear naive when dealing with shrewd negotiators.
  • Her optimistic outlook could sometimes make her appear naive to others.
  • To an outsider, their simple lifestyle might appear naive.
  • He chose to appear naive to gather more information.