tatemae
1. face; official stance
2. ceremony for the erection of the framework of a house
★ Common
Noun
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1. face; official stance
2. ceremony for the erection of the framework of a house
1. It was not as stated.; It wasn't the official line.
1. It was as expected.; It was a formality.
1. Probably a formality.; Probably just for show.
1. If it is a formality; If it is a pretense
1. Wasn't the established practice.; Wasn't the formal excuse.
1. It's not as it appears.; It's not just for show.
1. Wasn't the formal excuse.; Wasn't being polite.
1. Facade; Public face
1. It's not as it appears.; It's not the official story.