as if
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あたかも, まるで
used to describe a situation or action that appears to be true or happening, but it is not the case, emphasizing that it is hypothetical
Collocation
例
He acted as if he had never met her before, even though they had been friends for years.
彼は、何年も友達だったにもかかわらず、まるで以前に彼女に会ったことがないかのように振る舞った。
as if
01
まるで！, ありえない！
used to express disbelief, skepticism, or mockery of a statement or idea
Informal例
As if! I'd never enjoy that movie.
まるで！ あの映画を楽しむことは絶対にない。
As if! He thinks he can win.
まるで！ 彼は勝てると思っている。
