Pretense


The meaning of the word Pretense is: a claim that is not real


Examples:

Under the pretense of being helpful, the sneaky insurance salesman sold the woman a policy that provided her with few benefits.

published by Enrique on 2021-04-04 00:15:22


Heather knows if she does not keep up a pretense of wealth she will be excluded from the social gatherings of her rich friends.

published by Gertha on 2021-11-10 01:35:50


Since Hank has written only one novel, he makes no pretense of being a great writer.

published by Lory on 2021-09-11 07:26:00


The small hotel is without pretense and does not claim to be as grand as a luxury hotel.

published by Enrique on 2021-08-10 23:32:24


Although Marvin claimed he was happy to meet me, his cold eyes told me his greeting was simply a pretense.

published by Marvella on 2021-08-24 15:19:06


In a house filled with females, my husband makes no pretense of being in charge.

published by Leeanne on 2021-09-25 03:11:35


Using the pretense of building a new church, the fake minister tricked the religious community out of their life savings.

published by Afton on 2021-05-14 20:27:56


The loser of the boxing match made no pretense of hiding his anger towards the judges.

published by Barbera on 2021-02-18 08:24:01


Because Frank stutters, he makes no pretense of being a wonderful speaker.

published by Angeles on 2021-06-26 10:38:32


Under the pretense of being a study buddy, Jason offered to tutor his secret crush.

published by Gertha on 2021-03-23 16:12:38


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