Answer:

pretends

Answer	Crossword Clue
PRETENDS	Feigns
PRETENDS	Engages in role-playing
PRETENDS	Makes believe

PRETENDS	Simulates.
PRETENDS	Lays claim to a title.
PRETENDS	Acts.
PRETENDS	Feigns.
PRETENDS	Lays claim (to).
PRETENDS	Lays claim to
PRETENDS	Plays a part
PRETENDS	Acts a part

PRETENDS	Dissimulates
PRETENDS	Sails under false colors
PRETENDS	Goes through the motions
PRETENDS	Fakes it
PRETENDS	Puts on
PRETENDS	Isn't sincere
PRETENDS	Puts on an act

Crossword

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