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GrammarJLPT N1

as if

Expression

Definitions

1. as if

A strong rhetorical expression used to emphatically deny or reject something, roughly meaning "there's no way I would" or "as if I would." It is used at the end of a sentence and carries a tone of indignation or firm refusal.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

As if anyone would apply with conditions like that?

Sentence 2

As if that logic would satisfy anyone?

Sentence 3

As if you could make a decision with this little information!

Sentence 4

There's no way we're getting there on time in this crowd!

Sentence 5

He thrust his fist in the air and shouted, "as if I'd let something like this stop me!"