unexcused

adjective

un·​ex·​cused ˌən-ik-ˈskyüzd How to pronounce unexcused (audio)
: not excused
specifically : not officially excused or permitted
an unexcused absence

Examples of unexcused in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web July 23 is when Aiyuk and his teammates must report to the 49ers’ training camp or face $50,000 in daily fines for unexcused absences. Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 24 June 2024 His unexcused absence prompted national speculation about his whereabouts. Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 20 June 2024 An offseason that began with swirling speculation about the Giants’ draft plans has since turned its focus to the unexcused — and, for the most part, unexplained — absence of Aaron Rodgers at the Jets’ mandatory minicamp last week. Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 17 June 2024 According to an incident debrief from the Surprise Police Department, Mater's estranged wife became concerned after the kids' school called to report an unexcused absence following their visit with him over the weekend. Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for unexcused 

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1650, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unexcused was circa 1650

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“Unexcused.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unexcused. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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