set an example
idiom
: to behave in a way that shows other people how to behave
It's up to you to set an example.
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As a large employer, the state of Colorado wanted to set an example in the interest of economic empowerment and equity.
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Aman Kidwai, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
Instead of obeying in advance, the Bay Foundation should set an example.
—Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2025
Archer highlights that the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells was one of the first to make that commitment and has set an example for other tournaments to follow.
—Jenn Nelson, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
As Ohio's largest school district, with about 45,000 students enrolled, Columbus is positioned to make the greatest impact on climate change and set an example for others.
—Alissa Widman Neese, Axios, 4 Feb. 2025
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Aman Kidwai, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
Instead of obeying in advance, the Bay Foundation should set an example.
—Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2025
Archer highlights that the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells was one of the first to make that commitment and has set an example for other tournaments to follow.
—Jenn Nelson, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
As Ohio's largest school district, with about 45,000 students enrolled, Columbus is positioned to make the greatest impact on climate change and set an example for others.
—Alissa Widman Neese, Axios, 4 Feb. 2025
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“Set an example.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/set%20an%20example. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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