Which one is correct?
"I have no excuse for that" or "I have no excuse for it"?

I have no excuse for that

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when referring to a specific action or behavior for which one cannot provide a valid excuse.

Examples:

  • I know I shouldn't have said that. I have no excuse for that behavior.
  • She made a mistake, but she has no excuse for that kind of negligence.

I have no excuse for it

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when referring to a specific situation or event for which one cannot provide a valid excuse.

Examples:

  • The project failed, and I have no excuse for it.
  • He missed the deadline, and he has no excuse for it.
Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'I have no excuse for that' is used when referring to a specific action or behavior, while 'I have no excuse for it' is used when referring to a specific situation or event. The choice between 'that' and 'it' depends on what is being referred to in the conversation.

Last Updated: March 17, 2024

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