JLPT N1 Advanced
口実
A pretext or excuse used to conceal one’s true intentions.
Readings
Noun
"Excuse" / "Pretext"
A fabricated reason or secondary justification used to justify an action while concealing the true motive.
Example
彼 は 出張 を 口実 に 、 彼女 に 会い に 行った 。
He used his business trip as a pretext to go see his girlfriend.
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