1
as in objections
a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent
I take strong exception to your assessment of his singing ability
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as in anomalies
something that is different from what is ordinary or expected
her tardiness today is an exception; usually she's on time
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Recent Examples of exceptions
But the mold the Dolphins are building off was consistent, followed through with few exceptions.
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Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
With a few notable exceptions, Leo kept his political remarks to the leaders largely diplomatic, using a language of encouragement and subtle messaging rather than headline-grabbing condemnations.
—Nicole Winfield The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 24 Apr. 2026
At the same time, the policy includes a path for exceptions.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
And although most entertainment will be free, there will be exceptions.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 24 Apr. 2026
With a few notable exceptions, Leo kept his political remarks to the leaders largely diplomatic, using a language of encouragement and subtle messaging rather than headline-grabbing condemnations.
—Nicole Winfield, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
There are exceptions such as the rail system in Koreatown, downtown Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, downtown San Francisco, Oakland and Berkeley.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
The rule would offer limited exceptions, such as for injuries in what has been a common reason for athletes to ask for and receive extra eligibility.
—ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
The Agricultural Reserve needs a plan, not more exceptions.
—Mike Atchison, Sun Sentinel, 19 Apr. 2026
Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
With a few notable exceptions, Leo kept his political remarks to the leaders largely diplomatic, using a language of encouragement and subtle messaging rather than headline-grabbing condemnations.
—Nicole Winfield The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 24 Apr. 2026
At the same time, the policy includes a path for exceptions.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
And although most entertainment will be free, there will be exceptions.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 24 Apr. 2026
With a few notable exceptions, Leo kept his political remarks to the leaders largely diplomatic, using a language of encouragement and subtle messaging rather than headline-grabbing condemnations.
—Nicole Winfield, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
There are exceptions such as the rail system in Koreatown, downtown Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, downtown San Francisco, Oakland and Berkeley.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
The rule would offer limited exceptions, such as for injuries in what has been a common reason for athletes to ask for and receive extra eligibility.
—ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
The Agricultural Reserve needs a plan, not more exceptions.
—Mike Atchison, Sun Sentinel, 19 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exceptions
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When Joseph pops his head into the studio, insisting, over Gordy’s objections, that Michael has taken up too much of his time, Michael hugs Gordy goodbye.—
Paul A. Thompson,
Pitchfork,
27 Apr. 2026
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Hegseth forced out the army chief of staff, General Randy George, a close ally of Driscoll’s, despite Driscoll’s objections.—
Michael Scherer,
The Atlantic,
27 Apr. 2026
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In this military facility designed to withstand a nuclear strike, data is collected from sensors across the far north monitoring everything from the seafloor all the way up to space, sifted for anomalies, and analyzed for threats such as shadow fleet ships and unidentified aircraft.—
Alan Crawford,
Bloomberg,
20 Apr. 2026
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On two of those flights, the Vulcan launcher suffered anomalies with one of its solid rocket boosters.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
17 Apr. 2026
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Kissimmee commissioner Janette Martinez proclaimed her innocence against two ethics complaints against her, claiming they are politically motived as elections loom.—
Natalia Jaramillo,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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His clients have filed the first of many lawsuits to come from the small town, including complaints from six families of victims killed in the shooting, as well as one mother whose daughter continues to fight for her life in intensive care.—
Robert Pearlman,
ArsTechnica,
29 Apr. 2026
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Jurors also heard from a fetal alcohol expert Wednesday who said scans of Horner’s brain showed abnormalities consistent with fetal alcohol issues.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Apr. 2026
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In contrast, followers of the German physician Wilhelm Griesinger thought that madness would not be cured until the brain abnormalities that caused it were discovered.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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The space is also adorned with vitrines showcasing jewelry by David Webb, Boucheron, and René Boivin, as well as other rarities, like an asteroid fragment and a Tyrannosaurus rex tooth.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
17 Apr. 2026
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The vinyl rarities sold exclusively during the annual Record Store Day in April run from Taylor Swift to the Grateful Dead and local indie acts, but much of the appeal is the joyous atmosphere that surrounds the industry promotion.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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And all of those size differences are too small to have any effect on cognitive ability, so Neanderthals could easily be on par with our species there, too.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 Apr. 2026
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These devices also do not have precise depth targeting as in-office devices to really stimulate collagen for noticeable differences in your skin.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Exceptions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exceptions. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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