as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
posed an interesting question for the visiting astronomer
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as in to puzzle
to throw into a state of mental uncertainty
utterly posed by the barrage of questions
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as in show
a display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive
my cheerfulness was just a pose, for I was feeling miserable
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Recent Examples of pose
Aaron Beard, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
The proud mom also included a photo of herself and Sterling, posing together and holding hands.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 14 Mar. 2025
Chris Willman, Variety, 21 Mar. 2025
Here’s a visual of the pose, along with step-by-step instructions for mastering it.
—Christa Sgobba, SELF, 20 Mar. 2025
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Verb
The question, posed with March Madness looming next week, is how long Duke might be without either player.
—Aaron Beard, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
The proud mom also included a photo of herself and Sterling, posing together and holding hands.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 14 Mar. 2025
Noun
These surreal figures alternately struck poses or just took a seat to watch the group… or at least watch a television set that was pictured as being stationed right behind the players.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 21 Mar. 2025
Here’s a visual of the pose, along with step-by-step instructions for mastering it.
—Christa Sgobba, SELF, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pose
Noun
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Most significantly, the wealthy Ratliff family (played on the show by Jason Isaacs, Parker Posey, and co), were recast as President Donald Trump and his family, in a riff on the current tariff situation.—
Rebecca Cope,
Vogue,
14 Apr. 2025
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Abby’s Motivations – Last night, players saw that the show was saying right away that Abby was a Firefly and was angry at Joel for all his murders at the hospital, decimating the entire organization.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Fact to know: In collaboration with the Dilworth Historic Commission, the project team used traditional materials and techniques — including the help of a master stonemason with access to original quarries — to ensure consistency with the church’s limestone facade.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Apr. 2025
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Its grand facade, looming over the misty abyss of Tequendama Falls, is the kind of place that invites amazement and a little unease.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In fact, in a former guise this was the first company in China to manufacture automobiles.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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All would come under the guise of respect for local norms.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
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No pretense, just genuine passion for scent and storytelling.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
14 Mar. 2025
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For more about how to instruct generative AI on doing pretenses, also known as personas, see my discussion at the link here.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In a world wired for hustle, that choice becomes a radical act of self-respect.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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This includes protective styles and even the simple act of tying your hair elastic too tightly when creating the perfect ponytail.—
Shannon Lawlor,
Glamour,
14 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Pose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pose. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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