Make As If (Verb)
Meaning
Begin or appear to begin an action; "He made as if to shake my hand".
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- He made as if to shake my hand, but pulled back at the last second.
- She made as if to open the door, then suddenly stopped.
- The child made as if to cry, but a smile slowly spread across her face.
- He made as if to stand up, then sat back down and crossed his arms.
- She made as if to throw the ball, but instead held it tightly in her hand.