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  • present participle of excuse.

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The film isn’t excusing these rough working conditions, but it’s not a puff piece, either.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

The agency has a history of excusing union supporters’ threats against workers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

When Matt first emailed BBC News he said: "I used to be very pro-dog but now am ultra cautious and cynical about dog owners. I hate seeing dogs off lead and owners excusing it."

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2025

“I can tell you, we’re throwing all of our available resources at it as we speak,” the chief said before excusing herself.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2025

To start excusing myself now, for this or that, would be a blunder.

From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood




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