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alibi

noun
/ˈælɪbaɪ/

Meaning

A claim or piece of evidence that one was elsewhere when an act, typically a crime, was committed.

Example Sentences

She had a strong alibi that proved she was at the cinema during the theft.

Example Expressions

perfect alibi

Synonyms

excuse, defense, justification, proof

Antonyms

confession, admission

Collocations

strong alibi, false alibi, provide an alibi, perfect alibi

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