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satisfactory
Adjective
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If something is satisfactory, it is good enough.
We can't get the right materials, so the product quality is less than satisfactory.
I shook my head slowly because I didn't have a satisfactory answer for him.
Your performance ratings are satisfactory.
excuse
Verb
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You say, "excuse me" when you have done something rude,
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You say, "excuse me" when you want to get someone's attention.
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You say, "excuse me" when you want somebody to move.
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You say, "excuse me" when you didn't hear somebody very well and you want them to repeat themselves.
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If you excuse someone, you forgive them.
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If you excuse someone, you allow them to avoid doing something.
excuse
Noun
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An excuse is a reason for not doing something or for doing something bad.
There is no excuse for hitting your sister.
Do you have an excuse for being late?