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 In short, the four unions are collectively making the case that fair use cannot be decided with blanket exemptions and must remain a case-by-case judgement call, so as to protect human workers from exploitation. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2026 That exemption is at the heart of disagreements over the effects of the proposal. — Damian Garde, STAT, 29 Oct. 2026 With that assumption, his analysis shows that the average property tax bill on an apartment building could increase by about $400 per unit annually by 2028, when the higher exemption is in full effect. — Romy Ellenbogen, Sun Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2026 Michigan law also provides exemptions for political communications, allowing campaigns to reach potential voters through calls and text messages, although certain federal restrictions still apply. — Gino Vicci, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exemption
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  • Preliminary research suggests qigong may help improve mood, cognitive functioning, immunity and pain, with potential benefits for heart health and overall quality of life, according to VeryWell Mind.
    — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Measles immunity sometimes can be checked with a blood test or by reviewing your vaccine records.
    — Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2026
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  • In Taiwan, home to the world's largest contract chipmaker TSMC, protections for trade secrets have evolved alongside the semiconductor industry’s growing strategic importance.
    — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Regulatory reform could mean easing some environmental protections.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026

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“Exemption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemption. Accessed 5 Nov. 2026.

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