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Discover LudwigThe 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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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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