As if A (was true); Giving the impression of A
2
彼女は私が悪いのだとばかりに声を尖らせた。
Her voice was on edge as if I was in the wrong.
3
母は信用ならないとばかりに彼を睨んだ。
His mother glared at him, giving the impression that she did not trust him.
4
彼はくだらないとばかりに鼻で笑った。
He laughed scornfully as if it was stupid.
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Basic Examples:
｢もうダメだ｣とばかりに (as if saying 'it's no use')
不味いとばかりに (giving an awkward impression)
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