たてにとる

盾 に 取 る

  1. expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with 'ru' ending

    to use as a pretext, to use as an excuse, to use as grounds (for), to use to one's advantage

  2. expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with 'ru' ending

    to use as a shield, to shelter behind, to hide behind