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Vocabulary Entry
excuse
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A reason or explanation put forward to defend or justify a fault or offense.
Example Sentences
"He offered an excuse for being late to the meeting."
"Her excuse for not finishing the assignment was convincing."
"People often make excuses instead of taking responsibility."
V
verb
To attempt to lessen the blame attached to (a fault or offense); to justify.
Example Sentences
"She tried to excuse her behavior during the argument."
"He excused his absence by citing a family emergency."
"Don't excuse her rudeness; it was uncalled for."