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exempt

[ig-zempt] / ɪgˈzɛmpt /
ADJECTIVE
freed from responsibility
Synonyms
STRONGEST
immune
STRONG
absolved clear cleared discharged excepted excluded excused favored free liberated privileged released spared unbound walked
WEAK
beat the rap let go let off not liable not responsible not subject off the hook outside set apart special unchecked unrestrained unrestricted unshackled void of
Antonyms
STRONG
hindered prevented
WEAK
accountable answerable liable nonexempt responsible
VERB
relieve, absolve
Synonyms
STRONGEST
excuse exonerate free spare
STRONG
clear discharge dispense except liberate release
WEAK
go easy on grant immunity let off let off the hook pass by privilege from wipe the slate write off
Antonyms
STRONGEST
incarcerate
STRONG
hold keep
WEAK
blame

Example Sentences

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DOJ officials say they have now released all of their files other than certain items permitted to be exempt.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

The government previously said income support was available to those on a low household income, who were not working, looking for work or exempt from working.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Products coming from the EU and countries like Switzerland face a 15% tariff, while imports from the U.K. are exempt, due to last year’s trade deals, the analyst says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Diesel that powers tractors and other non-road vehicles and engines is typically almost $1 cheaper as it is exempt from certain taxes.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

For him to be exempt Pa has to pay 625 guilders for a replacement—another man will join the army in his place.

From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman

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