I am almost positive the answer is stasis.
This is making a comparison to Pinocchio. Saying it was such an obvious lie I’m surprised his nose didn’t start growing is an exaggeration of how unbelievable and far-fetched his lie fib was.
Answer:
Just then my brother pulled up, so I smiled and waved, not minding the aching muscles in my arm quite so much.
Explanation:
thank me later
