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preposition, subordinating conjunction, and verb

Grammar.com’s section on Problem Words discusses except and accept. Click here for that discussion.

Example: Everybody was ready except the coach. preposition

Example: They liked most candy, except that chocolate upset their stomachs. subordinating conjunction

Example: The lawyer will except to the motion filed by other party. verb

See accept.

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