Definition
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借口
jiè kǒu
借口是指用来解释或掩饰某种行为或状态的理由,常常带有不诚实或逃避责任的意味。
An excuse is a reason used to explain or justify a certain behavior or state, often carrying a connotation of dishonesty or evading responsibility.
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他总是找借口不去上班。
tā zǒng shì zhǎo jiè kǒu bù qù shàng bān.
He always makes excuses not to go to work.
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不要再用借口来推卸责任。
bù yào zài yòng jiè kǒu lái tuī xiè zé rèn.
Don't use excuses to shirk responsibility anymore.
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她的借口听起来很牵强。
tā de jiè kǒu tīng qǐ lái hěn qiān qiǎng.
Her excuse sounds very far-fetched.