La giustificazione esterna
Example: La giustificazione esterna del fallimento non convince gli esperti.
Definition
"La giustificazione esterna" refers to an external justification or excuse provided to explain a failure or mistake, typically blaming outside factors rather than internal causes. It often implies a reason given to avoid personal responsibility for an unsuccessful outcome.
Etymology
The phrase "la giustificazione esterna" comes from Italian, where "giustificazione" means justification or excuse, derived from Latin "iustificatio" meaning the act of making right, and "esterna" means external, from Latin "externus" meaning outside. Did you know? This phrase highlights the human tendency to look outside oneself for reasons when things go wrong.
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