Betray
Betray verb - To make known (something abstract) through outward signs.
Usage example: his face betrayed his exasperation with his nosy neighbor
Declare is a synonym for betray in acknowledgement topic. In some cases you can use "Declare" instead a verb "Betray".
Declare
Declare verb - To make known (something abstract) through outward signs.
Usage example: though she was silent, her expression declared her unwillingness to go along with the others
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- Sailor Moon fanfics where Sailor Mars and Tuxedo Mask betray Sailor Moon, pair up and declare their collective hate for her was/is depressingly common.
Source: Revenge Fic -
It can be argued that the US Secret Service also becomes this is season 3, when they decide to betray the President and declare their loyalty to Allison Shaw and the regional leaders.
Source: Series / The Last Ship
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