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What Does Holden Call Phony?

Maya Lin-Takahashi • • 7 min read
What Does Holden Call Phony?

Holden expands his definition of phony to include anyone who is not 100% genuine at all times or that he doesn't like. People who are charismatic, wealthy, attractive, friendly to others, or superficial are phonies according to Holden. The word 'phony' appears in The Catcher in the Rye

The Catcher in the Rye
In Catcher in the Rye, J.D. Salinger focuses on two main themes: protecting the innocent and isolation. One of the primary themes in the novel is protecting the innocent. Throughout the novel, Holden reminisces about his younger brother, Allie, who has passed away.
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Does Holden call Ackley phony?

Holden knew Ackley was lying about his summer, so, he called Ackley a phony. ... Holden describes phonies all throughout the book, he keeps calling out people for being fake. "The waiter was waiting for her to move out of the way, but she didn 't even notice him. It was funny.

Where does Holden say phony?

In Chapter 22, when Holden is talking to his little sister Phoebe, he tries to tell her why he has gotten kicked out of Pencey. "A million reasons why. It was one of the worst schools I ever went to. It was full of phonies."

Maya Lin-Takahashi
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Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.