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We Learn to Pretend Surprisingly Early in Our Lives, Study Shows


Being able to pretend is a valuable skill throughout life – whether it's playing make-believe as kids or feigning interest in your partner's favorite TV show – and a new study suggests we learn the art of pretense at a very young age.

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