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excludes

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈskludz]

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Learn how to use excludes in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “inclusion”

(verb) to keep something or someone out or not allow them to be part of a group or situation. Imagine you have a club and you don’t let certain kids join; that means you exclude them.

Example

The school excludes students who do not follow the rules, so everyone needs to behave well.

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The team does not exclude any players; everyone is welcome to join.

Example

Does your club exclude anyone, or can everyone join?

Context: “restriction”

(verb) to intentionally not include something or to leave it out. It's like choosing not to bring certain toys to a playdate, so they are excluded.

Example

The recipe excludes nuts to make it safe for those with allergies.

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The instructions do not exclude any important steps; everything is included.

Example

Are there any ingredients that the recipe excludes?

How to pronounce excludes

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈskludz]

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