You're excused.

You're excused.
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.

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Sally: Excuse me for being so noisy. Mother: You're excused.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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