How to Use role model in a Sentence

role model

noun
  • Athletes should remember that they are role models.
  • Lavelle played goalie on the field, and role model off of it.
    Jayna Bardahl, The Enquirer, 2 Aug. 2021
  • There’s some good role models in the league to have my girls look up to.
    Caroline Tien, SELF, 18 Sep. 2024
  • Thank you for being the kind of role model young girls need to see.
    Sophie Dodd, Peoplemag, 20 July 2023
  • This is the heart and soul of the Guardians – the perfect role model for younger players.
    Terry Pluto, cleveland, 3 July 2022
  • Jasmine Mills is on The Voice to be a role model for her two kids.
    Maggie Fremont, EW.com, 28 Sep. 2021
  • She’s the kid who was bullied and a role model who stands up for those kids now.
    Lila Bromberg, Hartford Courant, 17 July 2022
  • Can this mafia princess-turned-mob queen be viewed as some kind of role model?
    Bob Strauss, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Bradley said Charles was lucky to have his mother as a role model.
    Corky Siemaszko, NBC News, 13 Sep. 2022
  • Angel Reese did not have to search far for a role model.
    Baltimore Sun Staff, baltimoresun.com, 20 Oct. 2021
  • And to be a role model for a younger kid might be nothing short of profound.
    Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 19 Mar. 2024
  • The Dew Drop fairies are brave and spirited and make great role models.
    Common Sense Media, Washington Post, 4 Aug. 2023
  • Since then, Slater has strived to be a good role model for his children.
    Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 1 May 2024
  • Miami is a great role model for the rest of the country.
    Chris Kelly, Washington Post, 16 May 2022
  • With another medal at the Olympics, Quinn is even more of a role model.
    Karen Mizoguchi, PEOPLE.com, 6 Aug. 2021
  • If your teen is struggling, Ms. Biles may be a good role model.
    Erica Komisar, WSJ, 1 Aug. 2021
  • At one point a girl asked Morgan who her role model was.
    Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2023
  • That meant that the teachers began to treat me as a role model for other kids.
    Melissa Noel, Essence, 16 Aug. 2022
  • And many think of them as role models — so much so that the NFL has a conduct policy.
    Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 10 Jan. 2024
  • There isn’t a better role model for young men trying to find their way in life.
    Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 6 Sep. 2023
  • Shamet said Williams sent him books and excerpts to read in serving as a role model as well as a coach.
    Duane Rankin, The Arizona Republic, 30 Sep. 2021
  • Be a role model and be patient with kids, Dreisbach said.
    Rafael Guerrero, chicagotribune.com, 25 June 2021
  • Thank you for being the best role model of love, strength, compassion, courage, and grace.
    Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 30 Jan. 2024
  • He’s just been a tremendous role model for so many players that came through and still are with the Lightning.
    Eduardo A. Encina, Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2024
  • In a press conference last year, the NBA star spoke about being a role model as a dad and close bond with his son.
    Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 19 Oct. 2023
  • There is no better man out there to have as my role model/mentor/coach.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Brent added that Blake is a real role model for his younger siblings.
    Kelsie Gibson, Peoplemag, 25 Mar. 2024
  • Today, Reggie Miller is mourning the loss of a role model.
    Matthew Vantryon, The Indianapolis Star, 30 Aug. 2022
  • Happy birthday to my big sis – thanks for always being the best role model in my life.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Bolivia has an emerging group of athletic leaders who serve as role models for women across the nation.
    Mark Lasota, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024

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