illustrative

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The two are legally separate entities — but for illustrative purposes, a combined trust fund is figured to provide the actuarial status of the Social Security program as a whole.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 12, 2026

Gong, which helps its clients sell more stuff, is an illustrative example.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

A recent party attended by almost all of the squad was illustrative of their bond.

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2025

The primary is the main character print, which is more complex and illustrative.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2025

It is far-fetched in some ways, but also highly illustrative.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel