except
preposition, subordinating conjunction, and verb
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Example: Everybody was ready except the coach. preposition
Example: They liked most candy, except that chocolate upset their stomachs. subordinating conjunction
Example: The lawyer will except to the motion filed by other party. verb
See accept.
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