exemplifying

Example Sentences

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My award supposedly resulted from a vote by teachers and fellow eighth-graders as the student exemplifying the medal’s virtues—a citizenship prize.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

“These heroes represented the best of our department, exemplifying courage, integrity, and selfless service,” said L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 19, 2025

He added: "These officers acted with professionalism and courage, exemplifying the very best of what it means to serve and protect."

From BBC • Jul. 19, 2024

President Bush cited a story exemplifying "our national character": "Inside the World Trade Center, one man who could have saved himself stayed until the end at the side of his quadriplegic friend."

From Salon • Sep. 11, 2023

The relative lack of material goods has led some to regard these groups as exemplifying an ethic of living lightly on the land.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann