What does to exclude mean?

To exclude means to leave out, omit, or prevent from being included. It implies that something or someone is being deliberately kept separate or away from a group, activity, or situation.

Here are some synonyms for exclude:

* Omit

* Leave out

* Reject

* Disregard

* Ban

* Eliminate

* Expel

* Bar

Examples:

* "The teacher excluded John from the class trip because he was disruptive."

* "The new policy excludes anyone under 18 from using the gym."

* "The list of ingredients excludes any nuts."

In contrast to include:

* Include means to add something or someone to a group, activity, or situation. It's the opposite of exclude.

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