excusing

[US]/ɪkˈskjuːzɪŋ/
[UK]/ɪkˈskjuːzɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.defensive; providing an excuse
v.forgiving; the present participle of excuse

Phrases & Collocations

excusing behavior

excusing mistakes

excusing excuses

excusing actions

excusing oneself

excusing lateness

excusing failure

excusing negligence

excusing rudeness

Example Sentences

excusing someone's behavior can sometimes be necessary.

she was excusing her late arrival due to traffic.

excusing mistakes is part of learning.

he kept excusing his lack of preparation.

excusing poor performance can hinder improvement.

they were excusing their absence from the meeting.

excusing her behavior won't solve the problem.

he was excusing his actions as a misunderstanding.

excusing others can sometimes lead to resentment.

excusing yourself from responsibilities isn't a solution.

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