/prɪˈtɛnd/ – Phrase
Definition: trình bày sai sự thật để lừa đảo.
A more thorough explanation: The legal English definition of the phrase “to pretend falsely” refers to the act of intentionally and deceitfully representing oneself or a situation in a manner that is not true or accurate, with the intent to deceive others. This can involve making false statements, creating a false impression, or engaging in deceptive behavior in order to mislead others.
Example: The defendant was charged with perjury for pretending falsely that he had never met the victim before.