honourable exception

Frequency: 6.06.5 per million words

Someone or something that is a good example in contrast to others that are bad.

honourableADJECTIVE + NOUN

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exception

Examples (10)

  • In a sea of mediocrity, his performance was an honourable exception.
  • Most of the projects failed, but yours was an honourable exception.
  • The company's ethical practices are an honourable exception in the industry.
  • Amongst many broken promises, her dedication remained an honourable exception.
  • His integrity in business dealings was a rare and honourable exception.
  • While most schools struggled, this one proved to be an honourable exception.
  • Their commitment to quality is an honourable exception in today's market.
  • The legislation, often criticized, contained one honourable exception benefiting the poor.
  • Despite widespread corruption, his public service record was an honourable exception.
  • The restaurant's service, unlike its rivals, was an honourable exception.