take exception to

Idioms  

1. Disagree with, object to, as in I take exception to that remark about unfair practices. This idiom, first recorded in 1542, uses exception in the sense of “objection,” a meaning obsolete except in a few phrases.

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Example Sentences

“The idea that both of those people should earn the same amount and it should be set in advance regardless of the service level, regardless of the relationship with the customer, regardless of the agent’s experience — that’s where we take exception to it,” he said.

From Seattle Times

And outside of a few “weirdos” who take exception to, you know, jingoism and the idea of giving best picture to a sequel that mirrors the original movie in many ways, who doesn’t like “Top Gun: Maverick”?

From Los Angeles Times

The EU is not Washington's only ally to take exception to the package, with South Korea also concerned its carmakers will not be eligible for the U.S. tax breaks.

From Reuters

“I would be surprised if Ms. Kaptur has ever served on a committee that had more member input or that had more of her input including us starting the committee’s activities in Lorain, Ohio, so I take exception to the notion that we didn’t really carefully consider and deeply consider the challenges and people in the Midwest,” Mr. Himes said.

From Washington Times

She did not take exception to the word “affirming.”

From Washington Post

Related Words

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