only pretending

Frequency: 8.115.8 per million words

Synonymous with 'just pretending', emphasizing the faked nature of the action.

pretendPHRASES

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Examples (10)

  • Maria knew he was only pretending.
  • Don't worry, she's only pretending to be angry.
  • He looked upset, but I think he was only pretending.
  • The child was only pretending to sleep, hoping to avoid chores.
  • Are you really hurt, or are you only pretending?
  • Sometimes, it's easier to be only pretending than to face reality.
  • They were only pretending to listen to the boring lecture.
  • I thought he was serious, but it turned out he was only pretending.
  • She's too smart; she's definitely only pretending not to understand.
  • We were only pretending to be superheroes in the garden.