Ever wonder what some common excuses are? Here's a list of common excuses. Some of these have been used to get out of school, others have been used to get out of work.
1. The dog ate my homework.
2. Was I supposed to [insert work assignment]? I forgot.
3. I have a cold.
4. I got the flu.
5. I just don't feel very well (cough, cough).
6. I was throwing up all night.
7. I broke my [insert body part].
8. My [insert relative or beloved pet] died.
So which excuses are more likely to work? Any excuse will work if you're an honest person. If your constantly lieing then none of them should work. Most likely, you'll get away more excuses than you should.