pretext

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Yet even if relations warm, China is likely to continue use Takaichi's statements as a pretext to justify expanding its military activities, analysts said.

From Barron's

With such a pretext, "you can also invade Berlin," he said.

From Barron's

MSF slammed the move, which takes effect on March 1, as a "pretext" to obstruct aid.

From Barron's

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