Sentence examples for a good excuse from inspiring English sources

The phrase "a good excuse" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when referring to a justification or reason that is considered acceptable or valid for a particular situation.
Example: "He didn't come to the meeting because he had a good excuse; his car broke down on the way."
Alternatives: "a valid reason" or "a reasonable justification".

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And they have a good excuse.

Mind you, he has a good excuse.

"Charlotte had a good excuse.

They had a good excuse.

"There's always a good excuse," he admitted.

"It's providing a good excuse," he said.

"There isn't a good excuse," she said.

He certainly had a good excuse.

It's a good excuse to get drunk.

A good excuse for another duck fest.

But Sharon provided a good excuse.

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