excused

Example Sentences

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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

Partey was excused from attending a preliminary hearing for the new charges at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Friday.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

And, no, the controversial coach won’t likely be excused from his post anytime soon.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

Whereupon one party member excused himself to go to the restroom.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

“And what a scream! If she had been in great pain one would have excused it, but she only wanted to bring us all here: I know her naughty tricks.”

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë