Excluding: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when you want to specify that something or someone is not part of a group or list.

• The total price for the trip is $500, excluding meals and accommodation
• Excluding the weekends, I will be in the office from 9 AM to 5 PM

Used when something is left out, often unintentionally or accidentally, but can also be deliberate.

• The author decided to omit the final chapter
• Please omit your personal opinion in the report

Used in more casual conversations when something or someone is not included, either by mistake or on purpose.

• Please don't leave out any details in your report
• They felt left out of the fun

Used straightforwardly when stating that something is not part of a certain group or list.

• The list does not include personal items
• They did not include him in the final count

Used when denying or refusing something or someone, often has a more negative or strong connotation.

• The application was rejected due to incomplete information
• They rejected the proposal after much discussion

Use this word when you want to indicate that something is not included in a specific group or consideration.

• The new policy applies to all employees, excluding the temporary staff.
• All toys are on sale, excluding the ones in the clearance section.

Use 'bar' when referring to preventing someone from entry or participation, often used in social or legal contexts. It can have a slightly more formal tone.

• They were barred from entering the club because they were underage.
• The new law bars former officials from running for office.

This word is suitable for more formal or legal contexts, indicating that something is officially or legally not allowed.

• The government decided to ban the use of plastic bags.
• He was banned from driving for six months following the incident.

This is used in formal or official situations where a rule or law stops something from being done. It's stronger and more formal than 'ban'.

• The new law prohibits smoking in all public places.
• School policies prohibit students from using their phones during class.

This word is used when someone is refused something they have requested or are expected to have. It can have a personal or official application.

• She had to deny his request for more time off.
• The visa application was denied due to incomplete documentation.