To excuse
Example: She excuses the delay due to unforeseen issues
Definition
"To excuse" means to forgive or pardon someone for a fault or offense, often by providing a reason or justification. It involves acknowledging a mistake or delay but choosing not to hold it against the person responsible.
Etymology
The verb "to excuse" comes from the Latin word 'excusare,' meaning 'to free from blame.' It entered English through Old French 'excuser' around the 14th century. Did you know? The word literally means 'to make an excuse,' reflecting its role in justifying faults or absences.
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"To excuse" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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