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for instance

[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 long-running series “Secrets of the Dead” doesn’t always showcase recent discoveries—the subject of “China’s Bronze Kingdom,” for instance, was unearthed in 1986.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

In the office, Klement faces enquiries from fellow economists around, for instance, how Dutch Tottenham midfielder Xavi Simons' ACL injury will impact the model?

From BBC • May 26, 2026

If you buy land from the government, for instance, officials cannot simply seize it back without violating the Takings Clause.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

In New York, for instance, infants under 15 days old may not be employed as child performers.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

The lexicon that had been misplaced, for instance: had Henry stolen it, knowing I’d come back for it?

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt




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