exception

noun

ik-ˈsep-shən How to pronounce exception (audio)
Definition of exceptionnext
1
as in objection
a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent I take strong exception to your assessment of his singing ability

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2
as in anomaly
something that is different from what is ordinary or expected her tardiness today is an exception; usually she's on time

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Recent Examples of exception The exception is Jagannathan’s territorial FBI special agent Alexandra Quinn, unimpressed by Jonah’s ability to recognize a mote of Pittsburgh slag cement in Michael’s hair, or to tell a sliver of Table Mountain pine from any other sliver of pine. — Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026 Foraging is prohibited in Saguaro National Park, with exceptions for O’odham harvesting traditions. — Tovar Cerulli, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2026 There are also exceptions for instances when the life of the mother is at risk. — Romy Ellenbogen Herald, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2026 That line in the rule book seems to leave no room for a hybrid or an exception. — Clayton Davis, Variety, 27 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exception
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exception
  1. objection
  2. anomaly
  3. complaint
  4. rarity
  5. question
  6. abnormality
Noun
  • During a May 19 hearing, a judge set his bail at $1,000 over objection of the District Attorney's office and ordered him not to contact his wife or return to the family home.
    — Tim Fang, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Judge Faruqui seemed skeptical of the objection, saying that the testimony appeared to be directly relevant to his eventual determination of whether there is sufficient probable cause for the charges.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of objection
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  • According to the report, the anomaly was first detected during an engine acceptance test shortly before the start of summer.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Other possible uses include detecting weak magnetic signals from the heart and muscles, improving navigation, and spotting underground magnetic anomalies.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of anomaly
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  • The attorney’s complaint to Internal Affairs alleged Sguros used his position as a police officer to assume control of West’s property and said Sguros was pursuing a civil case related to the home.
    — Angie DiMichele, Sun Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
  • In response, Argentine congresswoman Marcela Pagano filed a criminal complaint with the Federal Court of Puerto Iguazú regarding Bolsonaro’s entry and his subsequent departure on a private plane.
    — Florencia Cabral, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of complaint
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  • Bryant’s size 14 pair is not only game-worn, but autographed on both the left and right shoe, which is somewhat of a rarity in the autographed memorabilia space.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2026
  • The six gems have not been treated or enhanced, a rarity in the market, per Julian’s, and each has been certified and authenticated by the American Gemological Laboratories.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of rarity
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  • California voters face a crowded November ballot packed with questions on taxes, special elections and environmental rules.
    — Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 31 Oct. 2026
  • The researchers ultimately want to turn more safety questions into measurable challenges.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026
Definition of question
Noun
  • Even abnormalities detected on an MRI are not necessarily unique to MS.
    — Bruce Bebo, STAT, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The virus may also cause congenital abnormalities in newborn calves.
    — Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2026
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“Exception.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exception. Accessed 31 Oct. 2026.

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