be excused
[/bi ɪkˈskjuːzd/]
verb phrase
ser desculpado; ser dispensado
1. to be allowed to leave or be released from a duty, obligation, or presence
May I be excused from the table?
Posso me retirar da mesa?
2. to have one's actions or behavior forgiven or overlooked
His lateness can be excused due to the traffic.
Seu atraso pode ser desculpado devido ao trânsito.
3. to be exempt or relieved from participation or attendance
Students with valid reasons can be excused from the exam.
Estudantes com motivos válidos podem ser dispensados do exame.
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