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Excuse me

//ɛksˈkjuːz mi// noun, phrase

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Noun
  1. 1
    An old-fashioned type of dance where partners are constantly changed.
Phrase
  1. 1
    Said as a request to repeat information. Canada, US
  2. 2
    Said, as though as a request to repeat information, in order to indicate disbelief or indignation. Canada, US

    "It was so hot I took off my clothes and sat by the window to cool off. Excuse me?"

  3. 3
    Said as a request for an individual's attention.

    "Excuse me? Anna? Is that you? — Oh, yes. I am here!"

  4. 4
    Said as a request to pass somebody.

    "Excuse me: can I get through please?"

  5. 5
    Sorry, as an apology.
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  1. 6
    Said as an expression of unexpected or early farewell. formal

    "Oh, excuse me, I hadn't realized how late it was. I need to get home and make dinner."

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