He made a face-saving excuse to avoid looking bad.
Relating to actions or measures taken to avoid embarrassment or maintain dignity.
The apology was a face-saving gesture after the mistake.
An action or measure taken to preserve one's reputation or dignity.
शक्तिशाली निःशुल्क चित्र शब्दकोश र फ्ल्यासकार्डहरू सहित।