excuse me
Example Sentences
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Now if you’ll excuse me, I have to check if the singing cat has folded my sweaters.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 20, 2026
As it turns out we have three outhouses, excuse me “Johns” to turn to as a potential replacement for the outgoing Mitch.
From Salon ● Feb. 29, 2024
Her 90-second viral clip, filmed at a driving range, shows her finish a swing as a male voice off-camera immediately chips in with an "excuse me".
From BBC ● Feb. 23, 2024
Please excuse me while I go coat shopping.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 21, 2024
“Nothing can be actually settled yet, perhaps,” replied Emma, smiling—“but, excuse me, it must be thought of.”
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
