We ape, we mimic, we mock. We act. From LearnThat.org. [Laurence Olivier (1907-1989).]
Boys in mock battle. From Wordnet, Princeton University.
They made a mock of him. From Wordnet, Princeton University.
My parents used to make what they called mock crab cakes. From Wordnik.com. [Recipe of the Day: Italian-Style Vegetable Pancakes - Bitten Blog - NYTimes.com] Reference
An expression of mock serious appeared on his face. From Wordnik.com. [THE EXORSISTAH] Reference
Tutu chortled, and then shook his head in mock dismay. From Wordnik.com. [The African in Him] Reference
Trust me, I know what goes in mock chicken and bologna. From Wordnik.com. [Hot dogs!] Reference
"Aw, that's all right," he said in mock-lordly fashion. From Wordnik.com. [Chapter 22] Reference
Mendenhall was projected as a top-15 pick in mock drafts. From Wordnik.com. [In Cowboys war room, Jones sees upside of risk] Reference
“Tsk,” Mathias sent him an expression of mock concern. From Wordnik.com. [Entice Me at Twilight] Reference
Yes, makin 'mock of uniforms that guard you while you sleep. From Wordnik.com. [The Future of the Empire] Reference
'' They've locked me out, '' he exclaimed, in mock disbelief. From Wordnik.com. [Notebook] Reference
Tutu widens his eyes and opens his mouth in mock indignation. From Wordnik.com. [2009 May] Reference
“Thanks, friend,” he said, raising the bottle in mock salute. From Wordnik.com. [Writer’s Island -Friendship] Reference
Conleth said in mock exasperation, and returned to his pondering. From Wordnik.com. [Superhero Nation: how to write superhero novels and comic books » The Five Page Challenge!] Reference
She pointed in mock consternation to a fresh footprint in the sand. From Wordnik.com. [Chapter 7] Reference
He stood and leaned against the counter, his expression mock-wistful. From Wordnik.com. [Omnibus]
Now watch him scream in mock indignation when someone calls him racist. From Wordnik.com. [Matthew Yglesias » January Was the Warmest Temperature in World History] Reference
One hand sliding up and down his shaft, the other remaining in mock salute. From Wordnik.com. [The Aristocrats « The Graveyard] Reference
“Wow, those are strange photos they gave us,” he says in mock surprise. From Wordnik.com. [Gift of a Book « So Many Books] Reference
Soon, he was getting invited to teams 'workouts and showing up in mock drafts. From Wordnik.com. [Alexander's stock soars for upcoming NBA draft] Reference
Now watch him scream in mock indignation when someone calls him racist. indeed. From Wordnik.com. [Matthew Yglesias » January Was the Warmest Temperature in World History] Reference
They all thought they voted for the president in mock elections held in schools. From Wordnik.com. [Much hope at dedication of Barack Obama Elementary School in Upper Marlboro] Reference
McGrady put his arms out to his sides in mock disbelief as he trotted down the court. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Basketball - Sacramento vs. Houston] Reference
Another day someone said in mock amazement: Lydia, why don't you wear a brighter color?. From Wordnik.com. [Archive 2007-05-01] Reference
"He was what I'd call one of the practical jokers on our team," Akina says in mock dismay. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Huff and ready: Longhorn at head of draft's DB class] Reference
He raised his arms in mock jubilation when he won on serve in the third game of the third. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Serena Williams advances to third round] Reference
She sighs, then shakes her head in mock embarrassment, as if catching herself being crazy. From Wordnik.com. [Maia in Yonkers] Reference
Ferrero raised both arms in mock celebration, while spectators yelled and clapped rhythmically. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Costa rolls past Ferrero in French Open final] Reference
"Nothing's happened," the president exclaimed in mock horror to pantomime the pundits 'reaction. From Wordnik.com. [Obama jokes that pundits would make lousy farmers] Reference
When Schuettler finally won a point to start the third game, he raised his hands in mock triumph. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Agassi not bowing to age, claims eighth major title] Reference
Jean-Claude said swatting me several times over the shoulder with the photos, in mock condemnation. From Wordnik.com. [WWII soldiers remembrance] Reference
I urinate in mock scrapes, near feeders, next to the winter wheat ... anyplace that the deer find favorable. From Wordnik.com. [To Pee or Not To Pee Off Your Treestand?] Reference
He found himself atop of many NCAA Player of the Year candidate lists this season but is rarely mentioned in mock drafts. From Wordnik.com. [USATODAY.com - Scouting the point guards] Reference
"Crazy, trying to ask me questions before a game," Iverson says, shaking his head in mock disgust, to no one in particular. From Wordnik.com. [Iverson's play provides the answers] Reference
He came through on the 12th to end the first set, thanks to an unforced error by Gulbis, then raised his arms in mock triumph. From Wordnik.com. [Nadal breezes to win, sets up semi showdown with Djokovic] Reference
Ohno, other speedskaters back Stephen Colbert after Shani Davis calls mock pundit 'a jerk '. From Wordnik.com. [Gaea Times (by Simple Thoughts) Breaking News and incisive views 24/7] Reference
This soup is called mock-turtle, because of its so nearly resembling that preparation in taste. From Wordnik.com. [The Young Housewife's Counsellor and Friend: Containing Directions in Every Department of Housekeeping. Including the Duties of Wife and Mother] Reference
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