Explain (something) away explain away (something)
To explain something so that it seems less important.The sales clerk tried to explain away the problem with the sales receipt.
Explain (oneself)
To give an explanation for something wrong that you have done.The director was forced to explain himself after the accounting problems were... Read more →
Excuse (someone)
To forgive someone.We excused the man for his rude comments because he did not know any better.
Exception to the rule
Someone or something which differs from the usual/normal/theory/rule.Dogs for blind people are the exception to the rule related to taking an... Read more →
The exception that proves the rule
An exception to a rule proves that the rule exists.The salesman is very quiet and shy and he is the exception that proves the rule in his... Read more →
Everything humanly possible
Everything in the range of human powers.The doctors did everything humanly possible to save the man after the accident.
Everything but the kitchen sink
Almost everything.We took everything but the kitchen sink on our camping trip.
Every which way
In all directions.The small children at the birthday party were running every which way.
Every time one turns around
Frequently.Every time I turn around my little boy asks me a question.
Every so often
Occasionally.You should stand up every so often when you are on a long plane trip.