justify ·phrase
Definition: If you justify yourself, you give a good reason for what you have done. Level: B2
那是我唯一能做的事——我不必向任何人解释自己。
It was the only thing that I could do - I don't have to ___justify ___myself to anyone.
他试图通过解释困难的处境来为自己辩护。
He tried to ___justify ___himself by explaining the difficult circumstances.
你不需要为自己选择优先考虑家庭而辩解。
You don't need to ___justify ___yourself for choosing to prioritize your family.