as in to eliminate
to prevent the participation, consideration, or inclusion of
the revelation that the candidate had excluded journalists from certain news outlets from the press briefing
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Recent Examples of exclude
Should Maryland families be excluded from a federal opportunity that families in neighboring states will receive?
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Claudia Nachtigal, Baltimore Sun, 27 Mar. 2026
The allocations data for Asia and APAC funds (excluding Japan) in February, compiled by Nomura, showed that more funds have turned underweight on India — 68% as compared to 63% in the prior month.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
In a voice vote overnight into Friday, the Senate approved a bill that would reopen most of DHS but exclude funding for ICE and parts of Customs and Border Protection.
—March 27, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Because these agencies were excluded, Democrats are claiming a win.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 27 Mar. 2026
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Claudia Nachtigal, Baltimore Sun, 27 Mar. 2026
The allocations data for Asia and APAC funds (excluding Japan) in February, compiled by Nomura, showed that more funds have turned underweight on India — 68% as compared to 63% in the prior month.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
In a voice vote overnight into Friday, the Senate approved a bill that would reopen most of DHS but exclude funding for ICE and parts of Customs and Border Protection.
—March 27, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Because these agencies were excluded, Democrats are claiming a win.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exclude
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Mid-City residents have also criticized the project for potentially eliminating a grocery store in the area.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
26 Mar. 2026
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The bill would eliminate some offerings, including virtual driver’s education, a literacy program for students in grades K-5 and custom sections.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Mar. 2026
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The country’s then-supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, even went as far as issuing a fatwa, or legal ruling under Islamic law, banning them.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2026
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North Korea banned all foreign tourists during the pandemic but has started easing the restrictions, with a Russian tour group entering the country in 2024.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Mar. 2026
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The city agreed, reducing maximum e-bike speeds to 15 mph on city trails, prohibiting e-bikes on sidewalks and imposing penalties.—
Sarah Raza,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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The church, built on what is revered by many Christians as the site of Jesus’ crucifixion, burial and resurrection, remains closed under Israeli military guidelines prohibiting gatherings of more than 50 people.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Salam said after an emergency Cabinet meeting in early March that only the state should decide on matters of war and peace and called on security agencies to prevent the firing of missiles or drones from Lebanon and detain those behind the launch.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
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Social Security payment amounts are set to shrink unless Congress takes action to prevent it.—
Asher Notheis,
The Washington Examiner,
26 Mar. 2026
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In 2020, the Legislature passed a law barring trans women and girls from participating in women’s and girls sports.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
1 Apr. 2026
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The no-fuss interior is pretty sparse, bar a handful of tables and small wine cabinet.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Exclude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exclude. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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