Meaning of special pleading | Babel Free
Definitions
Arguing that a particular case is an exception to a generally accepted rule, without justification and without a relevant basis.
Examples
“Lt. Gilbert deserves a full and fair hearing just like everyone else, no matter how the chips fall, no special pleading, and no playing the gender card.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
See also
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