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Speaking to the Daily Mail, the prime minister argued that as chancellor he had exempted NHS workers from a public sector pay freeze.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2023

In January, when the FDA announced its partial ban on flavors, it said it had exempted products it believed were less appealing to children and young adults, including disposable e-cigarettes.

From Salon • Jul. 18, 2020

Ford said six provinces had exempted pickups from urban driving restrictions widely imposed on trucks in the country.

From New York Times • Apr. 7, 2017

Previously, AccessUVa had exempted those students from loans.

From Washington Post • Feb. 10, 2014

Fate, in giving him wealth, had exempted him from the harsh necessity of work.

From The Enemies of Women (Los enemigos de la mujer) by Blasco Ib??ez, Vicente