Talk:excuse

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Latest comment: 2 months ago by JMGN in topic reflexive: apologize for leaving:
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on excuses

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What meaning is used in Tech companies are long on excuses ? --Backinstadiums (talk) 19:14, 29 November 2019 (UTC)Reply

reflexive: apologize for leaving:

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Reflexive : to leave with a polite apology or explanation
She excused herself and left the room

--Backinstadiums (talk) 10:53, 16 October 2020 (UTC)Reply

VS.
(transitive) Release from obligation: I was excused from phys ed after straining my left knee. JMGN (talk) 13:14, 18 August 2024 (UTC)Reply

note justifying absence

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A note from a doctor or parent confirming that somebody is not well enough to go to work or attend school --Backinstadiums (talk) 10:54, 16 October 2020 (UTC)Reply