excused
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
You’ll be excused for viewing that shameless promotion with cynicism as long as you also leave room to appreciate it as an indicator of how far the group has pulled popular culture.
From Salon ● May 31, 2026
They looked like eighth-graders excused from pre-algebra to go to a water park.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 27, 2026
With his mind busy on Iran, Trump could perhaps have been excused for another lapse when it came to Irish politics.
From Barron's ● Mar. 17, 2026
Given the stakes, a cagey start would have been excused, but these old rivals had other ideas during a thunderously captivating first half.
From BBC ● Mar. 14, 2026
Dinner was over, and I was excused to go to my room for the night.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
