I see the words - Used when you don’t get it but you don’t want to look bad. I

Used when you don’t get it but you don’t want to look bad. It’s like a shield for your brain.

I see the words, but I’m not going to admit I’m confused.

I see the words, but I’m too proud to say I don’t know.

I see the words, but I’m going to pretend I understand.