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excepted

[ik-sep-tid] / ɪkˈsɛp tɪd /
ADJECTIVE
exempt
Synonyms
STRONGEST
immune
STRONG
absolved clear cleared discharged excluded excused favored free liberated privileged released spared unbound walked
WEAK
beat the rap let go let off not liable not responsible not subject off the hook outside set apart special unchecked unrestrained unrestricted unshackled void of
Antonyms
STRONG
hindered prevented
WEAK
accountable answerable liable nonexempt responsible

Example Sentences

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In a statement, he said, “The Office of the Governor rigorously complies with the Texas Public Information Act and will release any responsive information that is determined to not be confidential or excepted from disclosure.”

From Salon • Jul. 14, 2025

“The legislature’s decision to redefine an exception,” the court explained, “does not necessarily mean that the framers of our Constitution intended to enshrine the excepted conduct as a fundamental right.”

From Slate • Nov. 14, 2024

Westminster also has control over issues which affect the UK as a whole, known as reserved or excepted matters.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2024

Feb. 19: Spring training begins and players exude excitement, part-time Angels employee Anthony Rendon excepted.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2024

A man does not like to prove such a truth; Byron excepted from the category, jealousy.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker