such as
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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.
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Skin treatments such as chemical peels, laser treatments, skin rejuvenation, eyelid surgery and even liposuction are frequently chosen as a means to address confidence concerns.
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Rhiannon Frater, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
In contrast, established multifamily buildings, many of which were not designed as digital-first properties, are increasingly turning to technology providers such as Livly, Elevated Living, Zego Payments, and others.
—Jessica Mendoza, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Why Tight Hairstyles Cause Hair Loss Tight hairstyles such as ponytails, braids, cornrows and buns can contribute to a condition known as traction—a form of gradual hair loss caused by constant tension on the hair follicles.
—Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Apr. 2025
The programs were created to serve as guardrails for civil rights enforcement, and to help remedy inequities faced by groups that have historically been discriminated against, such as minorities, women and people with disabilities.
—Jonathan Swan, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
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Rhiannon Frater, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
In contrast, established multifamily buildings, many of which were not designed as digital-first properties, are increasingly turning to technology providers such as Livly, Elevated Living, Zego Payments, and others.
—Jessica Mendoza, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Why Tight Hairstyles Cause Hair Loss Tight hairstyles such as ponytails, braids, cornrows and buns can contribute to a condition known as traction—a form of gradual hair loss caused by constant tension on the hair follicles.
—Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Apr. 2025
The programs were created to serve as guardrails for civil rights enforcement, and to help remedy inequities faced by groups that have historically been discriminated against, such as minorities, women and people with disabilities.
—Jonathan Swan, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
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“Such as.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/such%20as. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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