such as

idiom

1

—used to introduce an example or series of examples

You will need some form of identification, such as a driver's license.

"I have my reasons for not wanting to go." "Such as?"

2

: of the specified kind

In cases such as this (one), it's best to be cautious.

Questions such as the one you've asked are difficult to answer.

Examples of such as in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The black cubic forms hint at the massive block sculptures that he is known for, such as the 500-ton concrete sculpture Elogio del Horizonte that sits on the seafront in the Asturian town of Gijón. —John Oseid, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024

Yet his term was also marked by challenges, such as the Iran hostage crisis, which overshadowed his re-election bid in 1980. —Melissa Noel, Essence, 30 Dec. 2024

Rich in vitamin C and minerals such as iron, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, and iodine, watercress is part of the cruciferous family (think: cauliflower). —Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024

Police would need probable cause that the person crossed the border illegally, such as witnessing the alleged crime personally, reviewing video or other means. —Ray Stern, The Arizona Republic, 30 Dec. 2024