Definition of exemptionnext
as in immunity
freedom from punishment, harm, or loss those motorists who think that they can flout the town's parking regulations with exemption

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Recent Examples of exemption County officials say maintaining the Bay Restoration Fund exemption would prevent an additional $60 per equivalent dwelling unit charge in a service area already facing higher base rates. Josh Davis, Baltimore Sun, 2 Mar. 2026 There are also specific exemptions in limited cases, but these are tightly defined and require formal approval. Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026 After two decades, the companies could apply for an extension to the exemption. Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 1 Mar. 2026 Such exemptions lower property taxes but can only be taken at one primary residence. Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exemption
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Noun
  • Victims' lawsuits against school officials and the district have been dismissed, citing Michigan's government immunity laws – which protect public entities and their employees from being sued.
    Sharyn Alfonsi, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026
  • These processes help explain why poor sleep is linked to a higher risk of conditions such as heart disease, obesity, diabetes, depression and weakened immunity.
    Daryl Austin, USA Today, 1 Mar. 2026
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  • Both OpenAI and Anthropic say users’ health information is kept separate from other types of data and is subject to additional privacy protections.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
  • Avoid a short, no-win situation in mid-May, then buckle up for popularity, heightened ambitions, new clarity and cosmic protection over all.
    Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 2 Mar. 2026

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“Exemption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemption. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.

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