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Rarepretexts
The correct spelling is pretexts.
How to pronounce pretexts
noun
Say it like: Pre-tex-ts
The correct spelling is pretexts. A false, contrived, or assumed purpose or reason; a pretense. For example: "The reporter called the company on the pretext of trying to resolve a consumer complaint."
Usage Examples
“The reporter called the company on the pretext of trying to resolve a consumer complaint.”
Definition
noun
- 1.A false, contrived, or assumed purpose or reason; a pretense.
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