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exempt

adjective

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Meaning

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Freed from an obligation, duty, or liability that applies to others.

Example Sentence

Students under 18 are exempt from paying taxes on their income.

Usage Note

Used to describe someone or something that does not have to follow a rule, pay a fee, or perform a task that others must do, often due to specific circumstances or status.