exception
noun
the act of excepting or the fact of being excepted.
exceptions
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pluralof exception.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"The result is paralysis with rare exceptions due either to the severity of the crimes or US intervention," Novik added.
From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 2026
With a couple of exceptions, vehicle manufacturers, fleet owners and transit agencies are hesitant to invest in hydrogen products when they don’t know whether the fuel and filling stations will be there.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026
A person’s information can’t be released or shared without their consent, subject to limited exceptions.
From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2026
With a handful of exceptions, Chinese cars aren’t exported to the U.S., thanks to high tariffs and software restrictions tied to national security concerns.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
With very few exceptions, video killed the American revival house.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
