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Phrase(s): You’re excused.
1. You may leave the room, the table, etc. (Said in response to May I be excused?) • Mother: Are you finished, Tom? Tom: Yes, ma’am. Mother: You’re excused. • Bill (raising his hand): Can I leave the room? I have to go get my books off my bike. Teacher: You’re excused. Bill: Thanks. 2. You must leave the room or the premises. (Typically said at the end of a scolding.) • Father: I’ve heard quite enough of this nonsense, Tom. You’re excused. Tom: Sorry. • Andy: That is the end of this conversation. You’re excused. Bob: But, there’s more. 3. You are forgiven for belching or for some other breach of strict etiquette. (Said in response to Excuse me.) • Tom (after belching): Excuse me. Father: You’re excused. • Sally: Excuse me for being so noisy. Mother: You’re excused.
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs