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Pass off as

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Deception Intent

Use 'pass off as' when someone intends to deceive or trick others by imitating something or someone.

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She tried to pass off as a celebrity to get the VIP treatment.
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Imitation Level

'Pass off as' usually suggests a good, but not perfect, imitation that could fool some people.

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He managed to pass off as a doctor until someone noticed his lack of medical knowledge.
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Spotting Differences

To understand 'pass off as,' look for small inconsistencies to spot what's fake.

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The fake designer bag almost passed off as genuine, but the stitching was off.
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