exceptions

Example Sentences

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However, scientists have already identified exceptions involving epigenetic mechanisms such as genomic imprinting.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

There are exceptions, which Brian unsuccessfully attempted to enforce.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

But there are some exceptions, particularly in places where listing prices have flatlined or declined while incomes have continued to rise.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Iranians have been banned by the U.S. government from receiving visas to enter the U.S., although exceptions are to be made for athletes, coaches, and support personnel involved in the World Cup.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

In this litany, it was somehow very clear that these jobs, they were the exceptions, and that “service” had mostly been of another kind.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor