pretext

Example Sentences

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Minister Seethakka told the Hindu newspaper that killing stray dogs under the pretext of population control could not be justified under any circumstances.

From BBC

He has responded that the probe is a pretext to put pressure on him to lower rates.

From MarketWatch

He is facing his own criminal probe related to cost overruns during renovations of Fed properties - concerns he has called "pretexts".

From BBC

There is a growing trend of foreigners being lured to Ghana under the pretext of lucrative work.

From BBC

He denounced the probe as a pretext for undermining his independence.

From Barron's