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
A federal law in 1992 created an effective nationwide ban with a few exceptions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
The government banned the practice in 1997, but there are some exceptions.
From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan
