| 单词 | pretext |
| 释义 | pretext (priːtekst ) Word forms: pretexts countable noun A pretext is a reason which you pretend has caused you to do something. They wanted a pretext for subduing the region by force. [+ for] He excused himself on the pretext of a stomach upset. They would now find some dubious pretext to restart the war. Synonyms: guise, excuse, veil, show Translations: Chinese: 借口 Japanese: 口実 |
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