excuse
verb (used with object)
to regard or judge with forgiveness or indulgence; pardon or forgive; overlook (a fault, error, etc.).
excusingly
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a word derived from
excuse.
Example Sentences
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In fact, he dwelt on a sort of pedestal, from the hight of which he looked calmly and excusingly down on weaker mortals.
From Ester Ried by Pansy
I think almost excusingly of that tough Two dollar ride; And only for my wallet's sake, I longer Would abide.
From Punchinello, Volume 1, No. 22, August 27, 1870 by Various
"It is so much a matter of mere habit, Mr. Laicus," said he, excusingly; "and I never was trained to pray."
From Laicus; Or, the Experiences of a Layman in a Country Parish. by Lyman Abbott
"I expect he thought he was doing right," she said excusingly.
From Kitty Trenire by Mabel Quiller-Couch
“Well, I qualify myself, you know,” said Eveley excusingly.
From Eve to the Rescue by Dudley Gloyne Summers
