exceptions

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Exceptions are few, such as for children of foreign diplomats, who have immunity from U.S. law.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Exceptions with the most flexible rules include New York and Connecticut; because insurers must take all comers, policies in these states are more expensive.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Exceptions are typically given to interviews on news programs and talk shows.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

Exceptions include distributions for large healthcare expenses, for hardship caused by permanent and total disability and for periodic payments over a lifetime.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 10, 2026

“Of course I am. So what’s your plan? You’ll stay and help us fight, obviously, but where will you sleep? Not with me, my room’s a single. Exceptions rarely made.”

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs