excusable

Example Sentences

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In a book of this sweep, mistakes may be inevitable, but that does not make them excusable.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

"Failing to act is no longer excusable under the guise of technical complexity or business models," she added.

From BBC • Jul. 25, 2025

Legitimate excellence can withstand most related odiousness, although horrible behavior in the name of art is never excusable.

From Salon • Jul. 3, 2025

The jury can rule Ellis’ death was excusable if it determines the officers acted lawfully.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 12, 2023

There was nothing so excusable that caused her distraction this time—on a cold day in February.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel