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Examples of role model in a Sentence
Athletes should remember that they are role models.
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Bolivia has an emerging group of athletic leaders who serve as role models for women across the nation.
—Mark Lasota, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
By chance, Liao Jie comes to befriend his neighborhood’s notorious landlord, Mr. Xie (Akio Chen), and the difference between the two men — one kind but poor, the other ruthless but rich — forces the youngster to wonder which might be the most effective role model.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 7 Dec. 2024
Respondents also say having a visible role model with a disability at their company would help foster a more inclusive culture, though as the study points out, those are often few and far between.
—Brooke Seipel, Fortune, 4 Dec. 2024
There is no better man out there to have as my role model/mentor/coach.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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First Known Use
1947, in the meaning defined above
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“Role model.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/role%20model. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.
Kids Definition
role model
noun
: a person whose behavior in a certain role is imitated by others
Medical Definition
role model
noun
: a person whose behavior in a particular role is imitated by others
watching our parents and other role models deal with conflict—Melody Beattie
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