excuses

Noun, Verb

Reasons or explanations put forward to defend or justify a fault or offense. Verb: Attempt to lessen the blame attaching to (a fault or offense); seek to defend or justify.

ریشه

From Middle English excusen, from Old French excuser, from Latin excusare.

مثال

• He always has a bag of excuses ready.
• She excuses her tardiness by blaming the traffic.
• His excuses for his poor performance were not convincing.

ترکیب‌های رایج

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