excusing
Example Sentences
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The agency has a history of excusing union supporters’ threats against workers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026
Decrees excusing certain individuals from Mass are generally issued on much smaller scales, giving certain congregants a pass because of issues like illness or natural disasters, Hoover said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 11, 2025
A national campaign to tackle bad behaviour in schools has been suggested, with some parents showing "defiance" to policies and excusing the actions of their children, according to Estyn.
From BBC • May 7, 2025
I'm not excusing any of his behavior and I do think that if anyone is an unhealthy situation they have every right to leave and probably should leave.
From Salon • Aug. 12, 2024
Mary swiftly threw her bridle and stirrups over his back, excusing herself for being clumsy, and mounted at once.
From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
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