Play-dumb Definition

verb

To pretend to be mute.

Wiktionary

(idiomatic) To pretend to be slow-witted or lacking in specific knowledge, usually in order to avoid responsibility or to gain some advantage.

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Play-dumb Sentence Examples

  • Her intent was obvious, but Cynthia decided to play dumb.

  • You can play dumb because it's the truth.

  • What could have been a stereotypical sidekick role is wrestled to the fore by Law 's refusal to play dumb.

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