A child put a paper crown on her head and spoke in a deep voice by the kitchen light, a bright pretence. Her brother joined, adding a rough, playful pretence. Their mother watched, hands on the washcloth, smiling at the small pretence and the pretence of safety. When the crown slipped, pretence ended and real laughter filled the room.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: C2 Proficient
This word is at the C2 level, which means it represents the highest mastery of English. It’s often used in specialized or highly formal contexts and helps you communicate with precision and subtlety, much like a native speaker.
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