excusable

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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

As the drama’s Virgil, we’re conditioned to accept Robby’s view of the world as just or at least excusable.

From Salon • Jan. 8, 2026

Those situations are not excusable but are more difficult to prevent.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2024

With last year's deliveries below target and doubts rising over 2023, planemakers are once again invoking the "excusable delay" clause, buyers said.

From Reuters • Jan. 18, 2023

We would be bragging, of course, but it is surely excusable for us to put the best possible face on at the beginning of such an acquaintance.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas