Uh Excuse Me Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 11, 2023

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	99%	4		Exact Match!
	noun • the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc.
	42%	6		To gloss over or excuse; excuse or cover up (an offense, error, etc.)
	verb • To extenuate, explain away, gloss over. • To use flattering language. • To smooth over; to palliate by specious explanation. • To give a shine to (something or someone).
	29%	6		Excuse — excuse me!
	noun • the act of excusing a mistake or offense • a warrant granting release from punishment for an offense • the formal act of liberating someone verb • accept an excuse for • grant a pardon to

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New York Times17 May 2011	Across 7
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