examples

NOUN

instance, model

Synonyms

STRONGEST

case illustration lesson object part pattern precedent symbol

STRONG

archetype citation copy excuse exemplar exemplification ideal original paradigm paragon prototype quotation representation sample sampling specimen standard stereotype

WEAK

case history case in point for instance kind of thing

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There are a few examples that are debatable.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 20, 2026

This week alone offered multiple remarkably different examples of the same phenomenon.

From Salon ● Jul. 19, 2026

Ms. Willetts runs through various examples to make her case that the “organized rebellion” fostered by nightclubs often ignited cultural change.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026

When evaluated using verified examples, the model correctly detected suspicious papers 91 percent of the time.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 16, 2026

I spoke up on Eliza’s behalf to corroborate her feelings of isolation and the examples of unsupportive behavior from Mariel and Dagmara.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad