exceptions

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

Translation

n.something that is not normal or usual; an irregularity.; a case that does not conform to a general rule.; in computer programming, an event that disrupts the normal flow of execution.; a reason or justification.
pl.Used to refer to the process of handling errors in a program.

Phrases & Collocations

exceptions apply

exceptions exist

making exceptions

rare exceptions

exceptions only

exceptions noted

exceptions case

exceptions rule

exceptions always

exceptions here

Example Sentences

there are always exceptions to the rule, aren't there?

this case presents several exceptions to our standard procedure.

the exception to this policy is for senior management.

we made an exception for her due to her excellent work.

the exception proves the rule, as they often say.

there were a few exceptions in the data we collected.

the system has built-in exceptions for error handling.

we need to document all known exceptions to the system.

this is a rare exception to the usual pattern.

the judge made an exception and reduced the sentence.

the software handles exceptions gracefully and efficiently.

we considered all possible exceptions before making a decision.

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