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

Now, excuse me while I return my sights to the sandbox.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2025

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

Please excuse me while I go coat shopping.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 21, 2024

“Ma’am, if you’ll excuse me, I’ll ride off home. And I thank you for your hospitality.”

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck