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excusing

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈskjuːzɪŋ]

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

Context: “forgiveness”

(verb) to say that someone is not guilty for something they did. It's like when you tell someone it's okay they made a mistake or didn't do something right.

Example

She is excusing her friend for being late because there was traffic.

Example

He is not excusing his brother's rude behavior during the game.

Example

Are you excusing her for missing school today?

Context: “justification”

(verb) to give a reason for something that happened. This means you explain why something is not bad or why someone acted a certain way.

Example

The teacher was excusing the student's low grade because they were sick.

Example

He is not excusing his poor grades with excuses; he knows he needs to study more.

Example

What reason are you excusing for not finishing your homework?

How to pronounce excusing

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈskjuːzɪŋ]

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