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Free sign upThe phrase "a pretext for a" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a reason or justification that is not the real reason for an action or decision, often implying deceit or insincerity.
Example: "He used the meeting as a pretext for a larger agenda that he had not disclosed to anyone."
Alternatives: "a guise for a" or "a cover for a".
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Mr Yunus says this is just a pretext for a power grab.
Palestinians retort that these security concerns are a pretext for a land grab (see article).
S. messaging or be used as a pretext for a U.S. military intervention.
The Israelis say the Palestinians used Mr. Sharon's trip as a pretext for a planned uprising.
Supporters of the Workers' party leader say the charges are a pretext for a "coup".
Gilad Shalit is only a pretext for a job scheduled months ago.
The paper said the unrest has become a pretext for "a new test of strength" between the two presidential contenders.
Mr Spiegel says that anti-Israeli protests are a pretext for "a new wave of anti-Semitism sweeping the country".
The photographs are in some cases merely a pretext for a collage about a wedding or a barbecue.
Leaders in China and the United States were looking for a pretext for a détente, and suddenly, they had it.
Iranian leaders angrily denounced the report as a pretext for a military attack, and warned of a massive retaliation.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.
Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com