pseudocyesis (noun)

1. During the Salem Witch Trials in the late 1600s, some women experienced pseudocyesis and were accused of consorting with the devil.

2. The grand staircase in the Victorian mansion featured opulent woodwork and detailed carvings, creating an atmosphere of pseudocyesis where guests felt like they were stepping into another era.

3. Why did the accountant think she was pregnant? It was a case of pseudocyesis - she was just expecting a lot of deductions!

4. In a dystopian future, a society controlled by robots uses pseudocyesis to control population growth and keep citizens in check.