Act as
Act as verb - Function as or act like.
Mutual synonyms
Both terms in one sentence
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She continues to pretend and act as if she is a gentle and beautiful princess even as the antagonists treat her terribly.
Source: Escapism -
As a result, Nobara, due to circumstances, must continue to pretend to act as Kotori without getting found out.
Source: Angsty Surviving Twin -
Touhou's Reimu may act crabby or pretend to be indifferent at times, but when push comes to shove, she will act as the dutiful hero.
Source: Lawful Good
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