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Except (Verb)

Take exception to; "he demurred at my suggestion to work on Saturday".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

The union leaders excepted to the new contract proposal, citing unfair working conditions and low wages.
She excepted at the professor's criticism, feeling it was unwarranted and unfair to her work.
They excepted at the late fine, claiming the delayed payment was due to circumstances beyond their control.
The parents excepted to the school's decision, arguing it was unjust and not in the best interest of the child.
He excepted at the job offer, citing concerns about work-life balance and job security.

Prevent from being included or considered or accepted; "The bad results were excluded from the report"; "Leave off the top piece".

Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.

The school's administration excepted her from the new uniform policy due to her severe skin condition.
He was exempt from paying the subscription fee excepted his late registration fee had to be paid separately.
The firm's hiring policy excepted all candidates with no prior experience.
In most countries, gift transactions are excepted from tax, provided certain criteria are met.
When making a decision on the team's lineup, the coach excepted his injured player from consideration.