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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The heart-tugging comedy is a point of pride for Johansson, 40, who hopes to set an example to her kids by stepping behind the camera and chasing her dreams.
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Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 27 Sep. 2025
Türkiye set an example 10 years ago.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
California set an example for the nation by creating fair maps through a citizens’ commission.
—Bernadette Suarez, Oc Register, 15 Sep. 2025
William and Kate are believed to want to set an example not only for their three young children but for the nation.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
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Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 27 Sep. 2025
Türkiye set an example 10 years ago.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
California set an example for the nation by creating fair maps through a citizens’ commission.
—Bernadette Suarez, Oc Register, 15 Sep. 2025
William and Kate are believed to want to set an example not only for their three young children but for the nation.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for set an example
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“Set an example.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/set%20an%20example. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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