Colocaciones con "use sth as"

14 colocaciones encontradas

use sth as an excuse

To employ something as a justification, often for not doing something else.

excuse8.7
use sth as a starting point

to utilize something as the basis for beginning

starting point8.5
use sth as bait

to use something to attract or entice someone or something

bait8.0
use sth as a substitute

to employ something as a replacement

substitute8.0
use sth as shorthand

to employ something as a quick way of representing a more complex idea

shorthand7.8
use sth as a weapon

often figurative

weapon7.3
use sth as a crutch

To rely on something as a form of non-physical support, often in a negative or dependent way.

crutch6.8
use sth as a lever

to utilize something as a means of persuasion or to gain an advantage

lever6.8
use sth as a precedent

To apply an earlier event or decision as a guide or justification.

precedent6.3
use sth as a motto

to employ a phrase as one's motto

motto6.0
use sth as a short cut

to utilize something as a quicker route

short cut6.0
use sth as a retreat

To utilize a place as a private area for relaxation.

retreat5.2
security5.2
use sth as buffer

To employ something to act as a separation or cushion.

buffer5.0