Definitions

alibi

[al-uh-bahy] / ˈæl əˌbaɪ /

NOUN

defense against charges of wrongdoing; evidence of absence

Synonyms

STRONGEST

excuse justification pretext

STRONG

account affirmation allegation answer assertion assurance avowal case cover declaration explanation plea profession proof reason reply retort stall statement vindication

WEAK

airtight case cop-out fish story song and dance

Antonyms

STRONG

denial question request

Example Sentences

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"Ingenuity can never become an alibi for incivility," the municipality of Catania said in a post on its official Facebook page.

From BBC

His legal team has lodged a special defence of alibi in connection with the murder accusation.

From BBC

Now, Panorama has uncovered new evidence that strengthens the possible alibi.

From BBC

Campbell's legal team has lodged a special defence of alibi in connection with the murder accusation.

From BBC

Lenehan has lodged a special defence of alibi on behalf of his client in connection with the murder accusation.

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