excused

Example Sentences

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You’ll be excused for viewing that shameless promotion with cynicism as long as you also leave room to appreciate it as an indicator of how far the group has pulled popular culture.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

They looked like eighth-graders excused from pre-algebra to go to a water park.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

His 10th place there was seemingly excused as a minor infection was identified afterwards.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

With his mind busy on Iran, Trump could perhaps have been excused for another lapse when it came to Irish politics.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

Aunt Pretty put down her sewing and excused herself to put supper on the table.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney