excuse
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NGSL 2kIELTSTOEFLA1
Definitions
n.
A reason given to explain or justify a fault or failure; a pretext.
借口，理由，辩解
v.
To forgive or overlook a fault; to allow someone to leave or be released from an obligation.
原谅，宽恕；允许离开
Root Breakdown
Native Englishexout of, former
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Common Collocations
- 1.make excuse编借口
- 2.excuse for...的借口
Example Sentences
- 1.
She made an excuse for missing the meeting but her boss remained unconvinced about it.
- 2.
The teacher decided to excuse the late assignment submission due to the student's illness.