Also means
apology
Usage Note
Excusa can mean both a justification for avoiding something (poner excusas = to make excuses) and, more formally, an apology. The verb excusar means 'to excuse' or 'to exempt'. Distinguish excusa (noun) from disculpa (apology, more common in everyday speech for 'I'm sorry').
Examples
"Siempre tiene una excusa para no asistir."
Natural Translation
He always has an excuse for not attending.

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