vorgeben

Definitions of vorgeben
  1. verb
    make believe with the intent to deceive
    synonyms: heucheln, spielen, vorschützen, vortäuschen
  2. verb
    offer as an excuse or plea
    synonyms: vorschützen
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    type of:
    entschuldigen
    defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning
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