JLPT N1
～手前
since ~; because of the position of ~; having ~ (obligation to follow through)
Structure / Usage
Verb (た-form / plain form) + 手前 / Noun + の + 手前
Example Sentences
約束した手前、行かないわけにはいかない。
Since I made a promise, I have no choice but to go.
部下の手前、弱音を吐くわけにはいかない。
In front of my subordinates, I can't show weakness.