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Feigns, dissembles (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

pretends

I believe this clue is a double definition.

'feigns' is the first definition.
('pretend' can be a synonym of 'feign')

'dissembles' is the second definition.
('pretend' can be a synonym of 'dissemble')

(Other definitions for pretends that I've seen before include "Makes believe" , "Creates false appearance or impression" , "Postures" , "Feigns, dissembles" , "Plays make-believe" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.
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