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    Alibay (en. Alibi)

    a-li-bay

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    An explanation or reason that justifies oneself against an accusation.
    He needed to provide an alibi to prove that he was not at the crime scene.
    Kailangan niyang magbigay ng alibay upang patunayan na wala siya sa lugar ng krimen.
    A defense in unusual events or situations.
    He thought of his alibi before he spoke in front of the court.
    Inisip niya ang kanyang alibay bago siya magsalita sa harap ng hukuman.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to provide an alibi
    to explain or give a reason;
    magbigay ng alibay

    Related Words

    excuse
    Refers to a reason often used to deceive or get out of a situation.
    palusot

    Slang Meanings

    Excuse or reason to get out of an obligation.
    He always has an excuse whenever I ask for his debt.
    Palagi siyang may alibay tuwing hihingin ko yung utang niya.
    A story or reason that isn't true.
    The excuse he gave was obviously made up.
    Yung alibay na sinabi niya, halatang gawa-gawa lang.
    Cramming or excuses for mistakes.
    He has so many excuses for his mistakes.
    Sobrang dami ng alibay niya sa mga pagkakamali niya.