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UK//wɪð ði ɪkˈsɛpʃən əv tuː//US//wɪð ði ɪkˈsɛpʃən əv tuː//

Meaning of With the exception of two

Not counting two specific items or people.

In simple words: Not including two.

With the exception of two in a sentence

  • Everyone attended the meeting, with the exception of two key members.
  • With the exception of two items, all stock was sold out.
  • The event was successful, with the exception of two minor issues.
  • With the exception of two friends, I had no one to celebrate with.
  • With the exception of two players, the team was in top form.

How to use With the exception of two

Used to specify that all things apply except a few. Common in both spoken and written English, suitable for formal and informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'with' like holding hands, but letting go of two fingers - those are the exceptions.

Related words

Collocations with With the exception of two

  • with the exception of
  • make an exception
  • exception to the rule

Synonyms for With the exception of two

  • excluding
  • apart from
  • save for
  • other than
  • but

Common mistakes with With the exception of two

  • Omitting 'the' before 'exception'
  • Using 'except for' instead of 'with the exception of'
  • Confusing the meaning with 'including'

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Frequently asked questions about With the exception of two

What does With the exception of two mean?

Not including two.

What is the definition of With the exception of two?

Not counting two specific items or people.

How do you use With the exception of two in a sentence?

Everyone attended the meeting, with the exception of two key members.

Can you give another example of With the exception of two?

With the exception of two items, all stock was sold out.

What are synonyms for With the exception of two?

Common alternatives include excluding, apart from, save for, other than, but.

What words go with With the exception of two?

It commonly pairs with with the exception of, make an exception, exception to the rule.

What are common mistakes when using With the exception of two?

Omitting 'the' before 'exception' Using 'except for' instead of 'with the exception of' Confusing the meaning with 'including'

How do you pronounce With the exception of two?

US: //wɪð ði ɪkˈsɛpʃən əv tuː//, UK: //wɪð ði ɪkˈsɛpʃən əv tuː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use With the exception of two?

Used to specify that all things apply except a few. Common in both spoken and written English, suitable for formal and informal contexts.