someone or something that is not included in a rule, group, or list or that does not behave in the expected way

Men are usually quite good at map-reading but Tim is the exception. 通常男性都很会看地图，但蒂姆却是个例外。

There are exceptions to every rule. 每条规则皆有例外。

I like all kinds of movies with the exception of (= but not) horror movies. 除了恐怖片，各种电影我都爱看。

Her books are always entertaining and this one is no exception. 她写的书总是妙趣横生，这本也不例外。

You must report here every Tuesday without exception. 你每周二都必须来此报告，不得有例外。

to not treat someone or something according to the usual rules

We don't usually accept late applications, but in this case we will make an exception. 通常我们不受理逾期的申请，但这种情况下我们可以破一次例。

I wouldn't usually advocate lying, but in this case, I'll make an exception.

The state bans smoking in restaurants and bars that serve food but makes an exception for places that sell only alcohol.

Although she opposes the death penalty, she says she would make an exception for serial killers.

The school didn't usually admit students over the age of ten, but in Charles's case, they made an exception.

to be offended or made angry by something or someone

Why did you take exception to what he said? He was only joking. 你何必因为他说的那些话生气呢？他只不过是在开玩笑嘛。

He took exception to criticism about the lack of women on the board of his company.

It is clear that some club members will take exception to these additional fees.

They take exception to claims from protesters that their business harms animals.

She took exception to her critics, accusing them of painting rumour as fact.

the exception that proves the ruleidiom 反证规律的例外；足以证明普遍性的例外