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face saving

/ˈfeɪs ˌseɪvɪŋ/

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/ˈfeɪs ˌseɪvɪŋ/C1formal
  • ruДействие или стратегия, используемая для избежания унижения, смущения или потери достоинства, часто путем сохранения репутации или социального статуса в сложной ситуации.

An action or strategy used to avoid humiliation, embarrassment, or loss of dignity, often by preserving one's reputation or social standing in a difficult situation.

  1. Preserving dignityB2formal

    An action or statement intended to avoid embarrassment or humiliation for oneself or someone else.

    ruСохранение лица

    • He made a face-saving apology to avoid a public argument.
    • The company offered a face-saving resignation to the executive.
    • She accepted the blame as a face-saving gesture for her team.