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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a simple excuse for" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a justification or rationale that is perceived as insufficient or overly simplistic.
Example: "His explanation was just a simple excuse for his lack of preparation."
Alternatives: "a mere justification for" or "a basic rationale for".
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Now, because there is democracy in Haiti, the United States has a simple excuse for rejecting Haitian citizenship claims: Haitians are economic, not political migrants.
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All we need is a simple excuse to connect.
But this was much more than a simple excuse to party.
"Pardon my reach," says the waiter or the waitress, when a simple "excuse me" would do.
A simple "Excuse me, my floor is next" is enough.
If you already know the whereabouts of a restroom, a simple "excuse me" will suffice.
All the trust that this space would be filled in the meantime is simple excuse for the man.
THE Trinity is a mere excuse for a river.
Use simple "excuse me" or a "catch you later".
Those claiming addiction may be accused of seeking a medical excuse for simple promiscuity.
We'd assess how powerful it was by writing a simple program for it, which became my excuse for making games.
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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