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Synonyms of alibi
(Entry 1 of 2)
an explanation that frees one from fault or blame
- a student who always has a very creative alibi for undone homework or late papers
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verbSynonyms of alibi (Entry 2 of 2)
as in explain, rationalize
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The first known use of alibi was in 1731
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