в целях

for the purpose of

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for the purpose of A somewhat formal phrase used to state the purpose or reason for an action.
RU: В целях безопасности вход закрыт.
EN: For safety reasons, the entrance is closed.

Том сказал, что выстрелил в Мэри в целях самообороны.

Tom said that he shot Mary in self-defense.