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Make out that Meaning in English

expression

ˈmeɪk/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈðæt/, /ðət
MAYK-owt-THAT, MAYK-owt-thut
mˈeɪk/ /ˈaʊt/ /ðˈæt
MAYK-owt-THAT

释义

To pretend something is true, or to try to make others believe something that may not be true.

用法与细微差别

This phrase is informal and often suggests intentional exaggeration, dishonesty, or misrepresentation. Commonly followed by a clause, e.g., 'make out that he was sick.' Similar to 'pretend' or 'claim,' but with a sense of not telling the full truth.

例句

He tried to make out that he didn't know anything.

basic

She made out that she was busy all day.

basic

Don't make out that it was my fault.

basic

He always tries to make out that he's smarter than everyone else.

natural

Stop making out that you weren't involved when I know you were.

natural

They're making out that the problem doesn't exist, but it's obvious to everyone.

natural