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role model

[rohl mod-l] / ˈroʊl ˌmɒd l /
NOUN
someone worth imitating
Synonyms
STRONGEST
example exemplar good example hero heroine idol mentor superstar
WEAK
epitome paragon shining example star very model

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But even as shares of Palantir have fallen 17% since the beginning of the year, the company has become a role model for other software players looking to successfully drive AI adoption.

From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026

A former student says he ran middle distances, cross-country, and acted a role model for younger runners until he graduated in 2013.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

But Linda is the belligerent role model for everyone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Juninho uses it often: "You want your face on the wall? Then train, commit. Estevao is a role model for everyone here."

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

It was so interesting to see how we had a girl our own age that is such a role model to us.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers