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Exception
01
a deliberate omission or exclusion from a general rule, statement, or category
Examples
There was an exception in the policy for emergency cases.
The teacher made an exception for late homework due to illness.
02
a person or thing that does not follow a general rule or is excluded from a class or group
Examples
The school generally does not allow cell phones in class, but there is an exception for students with special needs.
The policy requires everyone to wear uniforms, with the exception of those with religious dress requirements.
03
a reason for criticism, objection, or disapproval
Examples
The auditor raised an exception regarding the expense report.
There were several exceptions in the project plan that needed review.
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