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exception

[ik-sep-shuhn] / ɪkˈsɛp ʃən /




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Pundits at this World Cup have had plenty to enjoy given the performances of all the big names, with Haaland and Kane no exception.

From BBC • Jul. 9, 2026

The show was granted the exception in 2002.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2026

It does mean a history of generally good judgment, in which foolish acts are the exception rather than the rule.

From Slate • Jul. 7, 2026

The mean target price of the three dozen or so analysts contributing estimates to FactSet is 487,000 won and the recommendations are. with one exception, bullish.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 7, 2026

"Yeah, but you can make an exception, right?"

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda




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