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Fake (Verb)

Tamper, with the purpose of deception; "Fudge the figures"; "cook the books"; "falsify the data".

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

The company's accountant was fired after it was discovered he had been faking the records to hide the financial troubles.
The politician's team was accused of faking the poll numbers to influence public opinion.
She tried to fake her credentials to get the job, but the employer discovered the truth.
The researcher was accused of faking the results to support his theory.
The company's CEO was forced to resign after it was discovered he had been faking the sales figures to impress investors.

Speak insincerely or without regard for facts or truths; "The politician was not well prepared for the debate and faked it".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

The salesperson faked a smile and welcomed the hesitant customers to the store.
She faked excitement about her upcoming birthday party to avoid hurting her family's feelings.
In his initial job interview, John faked experience in the field to increase his chances of being hired.
Throughout the press conference, the CEO faked confidence in his company's financial stability.
After forgetting their anniversary, Tom faked surprise when his wife gave him a gift, trying to cover his mistake.