excused

Example Sentences

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His 10th place there was seemingly excused as a minor infection was identified afterwards.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 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

The law also stipulates that schools, at their discretion, can allow additional excused absences for civic participation.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

Whereupon one party member excused himself to go to the restroom.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

She was casting about for something to say when Henry excused himself to use the bathroom.

From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez