make believe
verb
Pronunciation: /ˌmeɪk bɪˈliːv/
Definition
Engage in imaginative play or pretend that something is true when it is not.
Examples
We used to make believe that the living room floor was made of hot lava.
It is healthy for young children to make believe while they develop their social skills.
They made believe they were royalty living in a grand castle during their afternoon game.
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