as in bans
to prevent the participation, consideration, or inclusion of
the revelation that the candidate had excluded journalists from certain news outlets from the press briefing
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Recent Examples of excludes
That excludes the outlier years of 2021 and 2022.
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Michael Wayland, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
The report also excludes suicides, though Alexander said the organization is continuing discussions about how to recognize and honor those officers.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 6 Jan. 2026
The legislation also excludes references to determining eligibility for grants from the military family relief fund.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
There is no credible path to democracy in Venezuela that excludes her and her party.
—Javier Corrales, Time, 5 Jan. 2026
The total, which excludes Office of Field Operations data, is expected to be much higher due to several factors.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 5 Jan. 2026
The offer excludes TurboTax Live.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 2 Jan. 2026
This strategy excludes prevention and care to the majority of people who are vulnerable to HIV infection.
—Robin Lin Miller, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2025
The offer is valid for dine-in visits only and excludes alcoholic beverages.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for excludes
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The No Secret Police Act, which bans masks on law enforcement officers, addresses how federal agents use anonymity to create an atmosphere of fear and intimidation within communities.—
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The governor signed a bill in 2024 barring online platforms from knowingly providing addictive feeds to minors without their parents’ consent, and which also bans platforms from sending notifications to minors during school and late-night hours.—
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Her tip is to wipe them down with a mild cleaning solution, such as a mix of water and vinegar, for a good clean that eliminates odors.—
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And there's plenty of ways to cook it, like roasting it on high heat, that eliminates the goo while retaining benefits.—
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Resolution 2476-2026 — sponsored by Ward 5 Commissioner Laura Cavender — prohibits township law enforcement officers and resources from participating in the enforcement of non-criminal federal immigration violations.—
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Senate Bill 267, which took effect in January 2024, prohibits landlords from rejecting Section 8 tenants based solely on their credit history.—
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However, most apple juices available for purchase have vitamin C added as ascorbic acid, an antioxidant that prevents discoloration and improves the juice's shelf life.—
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The agency said it’s been blocked from sharing information since last year when state lawmakers passed The Rex and Brody Act, which prevents public access to autopsy photos and reports of minors killed through domestic violence.—
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Ukraine’s martial law bars all men aged 23 to 60 who are eligible for military service from leaving the country, but tens of thousands have fled illegally.—
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The French politician is appealing a conviction that bars her from running for office.—
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“Excludes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/excludes. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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