Definition
To exploit patriotic sentiments to avoid scrutiny or criticism.
打著愛國的旗號
During the election campaign, he frequently wrapped himself in the flag to deflect attention from his policy failures.
在競選期間，他經常藉由展現愛國情操來轉移人們對他政策失敗的關注。
After facing criticism, the company started heavily promoting its efforts to create jobs domestically, wrapping itself in the flag.
在受到批評後，這家公司開始大力宣傳其為國內創造工作機會的努力，藉由展現愛國情操來轉移焦點。
Whenever his leadership is questioned, the politician resorts to patriotic rhetoric, wrapping himself in the flag to conceal his weaknesses.
每當他的領導能力受到質疑時，這位政客就會訴諸愛國言論，藉由展現愛國情操來掩飾他的弱點。