as in examples
one of a group or collection that shows what the whole is like
this is just one instance of his repeated failure to do what he promised
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as in cites
to give as an example
instanced one particular incident as an illustration of their penchant for practical jokes
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as in mentions
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
instanced the latest astronomical research in her presentation on measuring star magnitude
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as in illustrates
to show or make clear by using examples
instanced the hero's moral courage with several examples from the novel
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Examples Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for instances
Noun
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Numbers-matching examples in good condition can top $85,000, while concours-quality finds can nudge $150,000 and beyond.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
27 Dec. 2024 -
Using my fitness examples again, in the first instance, my actions were irregular, insufficient and not aligned.—
David Deane-Spread,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The complaint cites a 2008 article by The Times about an anti-CNN protest in which Chen is quoted and described as an organizer and a patio furniture manufacturer living in Diamond Bar.—
Ryan Fonseca,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Dec. 2024
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The Columbus Police Department cites naloxone as a prime factor behind a decline in 911 calls for overdose emergencies here.—
Maurice Tamman,
USA TODAY,
22 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Douglas also mentions Vannevar Bush, who’s popular at MIT, too, and taught electrical engineering in 1919.—
John Werner,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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But another thing that Douglas mentions is the actual tools that professionals used for engineering well before our modern electrical systems were the norm.—
John Werner,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
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This selection, on the other hand, illustrates the top of his range.—
Nick Baumgardner,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Furthermore, the series' integration into fresh circuits across 20 states illustrates its ambition to extend its foothold.—
Gord Magill,
Newsweek,
22 Dec. 2024
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This series demonstrates how national access to functional plumbing infrastructure is complicated by bureaucracy and climate change.—
Marnie Shure,
The Atlantic,
24 Dec. 2024
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This path demonstrates that the plant is more than simply a symbol of Christmas, but a product of both empire and consumption.—
Norman Ellstrand and Nathan Ellstrand / Made by History,
TIME,
23 Dec. 2024
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The Constitution specifies the power of the purse is vested in Congress.—
Doug Criscitello,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Moore and Harris signed a Memorandum of Understanding that specifies the franchise’s community and re-developmental responsibilities if the Commanders move to another property outside the state.—
Ben Standig,
The Athletic,
20 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The visible presence of smaller cumulus clouds near its base indicates the initial stages of potential cumulonimbus development, which could bring intense precipitation or thunderstorms.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
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The announcement, made on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, indicates the team's steadfast commitment to competing in one of NASCAR's most prestigious events, despite narrowly missing out in 2024.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Instances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instances. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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