exceptions
word · lemma: exception
/ɪkˈsɛpʃənz/
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/ɛksˈɛpʃənz/
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Definition
Things or cases that are not included in a general rule, or are different from what is usual.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both formal and informal contexts. Common phrase: 'make an exception'. Often followed by 'to (a rule)' or 'without exception'. Do not confuse with 'acceptance' or 'expectations'.
Spanish: excepcionesPortuguese (BR): exceçõesPortuguese (PT): exceçõesChinese (Simplified): 例外Chinese (Traditional): 例外Hindi: अपवादArabic: استثناءاتBengali: ব্যতিক্রমRussian: исключенияJapanese: 例外Vietnamese: ngoại lệKorean: 예외Turkish: istisnaUrdu: استثناIndonesian: pengecualian
Example Sentences
There are no exceptions to this rule.
basic
Most students passed, but there were a few exceptions.
basic
We don't make exceptions for anyone.
basic
With a few exceptions, everything went as planned.
natural
There are always exceptions to every rule.
natural
He usually never misses work, but this week there were some exceptions.
natural