挡箭牌
dǎng​jiàn​pái

pretext

  • created sense approved 挡箭牌/擋箭牌 · dǎng​jiàn​pái · pretext

    挡箭牌 / 擋箭牌

    dǎng​jiàn​pái

    pretext

    a figurative cover or excuse used to deflect blame, criticism, or unwanted pressure

    他总是拿工作忙当挡箭牌，以此推掉他不喜欢的社交活动。

    noun

    created sense

  • created sense approved 挡箭牌/擋箭牌 · dǎng​jiàn​pái · shield

    挡箭牌 / 擋箭牌

    dǎng​jiàn​pái

    shield

    a physical barrier or board used to block arrows or other incoming weapons

    古代士兵利用沉重的挡箭牌来抵御敌人的箭雨。

    noun

    created sense