[example] See: [FOR EXAMPLE], [MAKE AN EXAMPLE OF].

[except for] or {formal} [but for] {prep.} 1. With the exception […]

[exception] See: [TAKE EXCEPTION TO].

[exception proves the rule] Something unusual that does not follow a […]

[excuse oneself] {v. phr.} 1. To think of reasons for not […]

[exert oneself] {v. phr.} To make an effort; try hard; work […]

[expand on] or [expand upon] See: [ENLARGE ON] or [ENLARGE UPON].

[explain away] {v.} To explain (something) so that it does not […]

[explain oneself] {v. phr.} 1. To make your meaning plainer; make […]

[explode a bombshell] or [drop a bombshell] {v. phr.}, {informal} To […]