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noun • something serving to conceal plans; a fictitious reason that is concocted in order to conceal the real reason • an artful or simulated semblance | ||||||||
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noun • (law) a defense by an accused person purporting to show that he or she could not have committed the crime in question • a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc. verb • exonerate by means of an alibi | ||||||||
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verb • excuse, overlook, or make allowances for; be lenient with | ||||||||
Excuse Crossword Clue
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Updated: March 13, 2024
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| Telegraph Quick14 Mar 2024 | Down 3 | |
| Telegraph Quick01 Feb 2024 | Down 6 | |
| The Guardian Quick02 Aug 2023 | Down 6 | |
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