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[fer-in-stuhns] / fərˈɪn stəns /
CONJUNCTION
for example
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CONJUNCTION
as
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CONJUNCTION
thus
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CONJUNCTION
like
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The tariffs, for instance, made it more costly for businesses to obtain supplies.

From MarketWatch Sep. 19, 2026

Just last year, for instance, the Cincinnati Reds managed to steal a wild-card spot with a record of 83-79, only to be immediately trounced by the Los Angeles Dodgers.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 18, 2026

But in CrowdStrike’s case, for instance, the pricing model may have contributed to growth in the company’s annual recurring revenue beyond what Weed thinks would have been possible from true demand.

From MarketWatch Sep. 17, 2026

They all have their styles, histories and clocks: The 30-year-old Mr. Núñez, for instance, feels he’s in his prime right now.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 17, 2026

"Now take mileage for instance," he went on.

From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl




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