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Did you think of an alibi

🇬🇧 UK //ˈæl.ɪ.baɪ// 🇺🇸 US //ˈæl.ɪ.baɪ//

Meaning of Did you think of an alibi

A reason or excuse proving someone was not at the scene of a crime.

In simple words: A reason someone gives to prove they were somewhere else.

Did you think of an alibi in a sentence

• Did you think of an alibi for the night of the incident?
• When questioned, he struggled to think of an alibi that made sense.
• She provided a convincing alibi, having witnesses to back her up.
• They asked if he could think of an alibi for his whereabouts.
• If you don't think of an alibi, it might raise suspicions.

How to use Did you think of an alibi

Used when discussing excuses or proof during investigations. Typically informal but can be neutral depending on context.

Grammar pattern

think + of + an alibi

Memory hint

Think of a 'lie' to explain where you were - 'a lie'-bi.

Related words

Collocations with Did you think of an alibi

• provide an alibi
• think of an alibi
• cast doubt on an alibi

Synonyms for Did you think of an alibi

• excuse
• justification
• defense
• alibi defense

Common mistakes with Did you think of an alibi

• Confused with 'alibi' vs 'excuse'.
• Incorrect verb form: 'think in an alibi'.
• Omitting articles: saying 'think of alibi' instead of 'an alibi'.

Frequently asked questions about Did you think of an alibi

What does Did you think of an alibi mean?

A reason someone gives to prove they were somewhere else.

What is the definition of Did you think of an alibi?

A reason or excuse proving someone was not at the scene of a crime.

How do you use Did you think of an alibi in a sentence?

Did you think of an alibi for the night of the incident?

Can you give another example of Did you think of an alibi?

When questioned, he struggled to think of an alibi that made sense.

What are synonyms for Did you think of an alibi?

Common alternatives include excuse, justification, defense, alibi defense.

What words go with Did you think of an alibi?

It commonly pairs with provide an alibi, think of an alibi, cast doubt on an alibi.

What are common mistakes when using Did you think of an alibi?

Confused with 'alibi' vs 'excuse'. Incorrect verb form: 'think in an alibi'. Omitting articles: saying 'think of alibi' instead of 'an alibi'.

How do you pronounce Did you think of an alibi?

US: //ˈæl.ɪ.baɪ//, UK: //ˈæl.ɪ.baɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Did you think of an alibi?

Used when discussing excuses or proof during investigations. Typically informal but can be neutral depending on context.