instances

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All (2) Noun (1) Verb (1)

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case, situation n.
name v.

NOUN

case, situation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

detail example item occasion occurrence particular precedent proof reason

STRONG

exemplification exponent ground illustration representative sample sampling specimen time

WEAK

case history case in point

VERB

name

Synonyms

STRONG

adduce cite exemplify illustrate mention quote refer show specify

Antonyms

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Using crowdsourcing techniques, VroniPlag Wiki in Germany and Dissernet in Russia have exposed numerous instances of plagiarism by public servants in their dissertations and academic publications.

From Salon ● Aug. 23, 2026

In other instances, ICE has purchased facilities owned and operated by private companies.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 22, 2026

The World Cup saw fewer instances of grappling on corners, with goalkeepers given greater protection.

From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026

What are very real, in both shows, are the recollections of those who managed to stay alive and the instances of blind luck that made it possible.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026

Then, for the briefest of instances, Merriweather’s face appeared.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley