such as

phrase

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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Roster changes on other days would likely be common, with allowances for some routine transactions like waiver claims and excused absences, such as paternity leave. Evan Drellich, New York Times, 28 Aug. 2026 The treatment formulated for their skin will combine prescription-strength actives such as retinoids, brightening agents, and skin-supporting compounds. Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2026 Planet-heating emissions from burning fossil fuels such as oil, gas and coal are the primary driver of climate change. Ava Berger, NPR, 28 Aug. 2026 In 2024, the FDA approved Novo Nordisk's anti-obesity drug, Wegovy, to lower the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke in overweight or obese adults without diabetes. Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for such as

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“Such as.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/such%20as. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

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