出しにする (だしにする) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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expression, suru verb (irregular)
use as a tool for one's own advantage; use as a pretext; use as an excuse
Often implies exploiting a person, situation, or thing for selfish gain. The object is marked with を.
病気を出しにして会議を欠席した。
He used illness as an excuse to skip the meeting.