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illustrative

[ih-luhs-truh-tiv, il-uh-strey-tiv] / ɪˈlʌs trə tɪv, ˈɪl əˌstreɪ tɪv /


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Iraola has emerged as one of the brightest managers in European football - Bournemouth's qualification for next season's Europa League illustrative of his impressive body of work.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

A set of questions on Medicare Advantage from Republican Rep. David Schweikert, of Arizona, was illustrative of bipartisan interest in curbing spending on the federal health benefits program operated by private insurers.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

That’s why SpaceX’s latest milestone is so notable — and illustrative of the company’s dominant industry position.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 17, 2025

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

I mean, ew, but also an illustrative way to show you what I mean.

From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon




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