たてにとる
盾に取る
to use as a pretext; to use as an excuse; to use as grounds (for); to use to one's advantage
N3Expression
Expression, Godan verb (ru ending)
to use as a pretext•to use as an excuse•to use as grounds (for)•to use to one's advantage
Expression, Godan verb (ru ending)
to use as a shield•to shelter behind•to hide behind