Belie May 2026

because "belie" usually creates a mask or confusion rather than making something clearer.

because it describes a cause-and-effect relationship rather than a contradiction of appearance. because "belie" usually creates a mask or confusion

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If a runner's "relaxed stride belied her exhaustion," what is actually happening?A) She is not tired at all.B) She looks tired and is running slowly.C) She is very tired, but she doesn't look like it.D) She is running so fast that she becomes exhausted. Answer Key & Explanations Question 1: B) Misrepresent ✅ because "belie" usually creates a mask or confusion

because the sentence states she has "exhaustion." because "belie" usually creates a mask or confusion