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  • present participle of excuse.

excusing









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The film isn’t excusing these rough working conditions, but it’s not a puff piece, either.

From Salon ● Apr. 19, 2026

The agency has a history of excusing union supporters’ threats against workers.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 3, 2026

School staff told Estyn that parents sometimes challenged the approach to behaviour and many described a few parents as "unsupportive, sometimes undermining staff by excusing poor behaviour".

From BBC ● May 7, 2025

Other people were more forgiving, with some criticizing the negativity coming Andress’ way and excusing her rough performance.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 16, 2024

The officers were in the middle of excusing themselves from the table, buttoning up their coats and putting on their hats.

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson




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