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Make believe verb - Represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like.

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Make is a synonym for make believe. In some cases you can use "Make" instead a verb phrase "Make believe".

Make verb - Represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like.

Usage example: She makes like an actress

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Make believe is a synonym for make. You can use "Make believe" instead a verb "Make".

Nearby Words: makeup, making, maker

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