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excuses

  • plural
    of excuse.
    excuse
    verb (used with object)
    to regard or judge with forgiveness or indulgence; pardon or forgive; overlook (a fault, error, etc.).
  • present tense form
    of excuse (3rd person singular).
    excuse
    verb (used with object)
    to regard or judge with forgiveness or indulgence; pardon or forgive; overlook (a fault, error, etc.).

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“Whatever you do, the city of Munich will try to find new excuses to block new suppliers,” the prince said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026

“I’ve heard some creative excuses for blocking housing in Los Angeles, but golfing mountain lions may take the prize.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 22, 2026

I'm not looking for excuses, I'm looking for answers and to find the person who is also partially accountable for Kayden's death.

From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026

She remembers making a series of excuses to Sudeikis.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026

Pluto was just another deadbeat godly dad making weak excuses.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan