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Definition trot out in British English

trot out phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to provide an explanation, excuse, or piece of information that has been used many times before

Example

The same arguments are trotted out again.

Synonyms and related words
mention refer to invoke
2

to make someone appear in public, usually to represent an organization or an opinion

Example

He was often trotted out at formal dinners.

Synonyms and related words
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Definition trot out in British English