makeanexception (third-person singular simple presentmakes an exception,present participlemaking an exception,simple past and past participlemade an exception)

1. Topermit something that does not follow the usual rules or standards.
   • 1974,Leonard Cohen, “Chelsea Hotel #2”, inNew Skin for the Old Ceremony:

     You told me again you preferred handsome men
     But for me, you wouldmake an exception.

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