such as
idiom
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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Fortunately, these shenanigans, such as exempting cash tips from income tax, giving seniors a larger standard deduction, and offering a tax deduction for interest on car loans, are temporary.
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The Editors, National Review, 23 May 2025
The rate would jump significantly for schools with higher rates for larger endowments, like those held by elite schools such as Harvard University.
—Riley Beggin, USA Today, 23 May 2025
The Pop Up Film Residency is an international network of film residencies carried out in partnership with international entities, labs, festivals, and markets, such as the Cannes’ Short Film Corner, Jihlava’s Emerging Producers, and When East Meets West.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 23 May 2025
Verticals such as travel and events will be priorities.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 23 May 2025
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The Editors, National Review, 23 May 2025
The rate would jump significantly for schools with higher rates for larger endowments, like those held by elite schools such as Harvard University.
—Riley Beggin, USA Today, 23 May 2025
The Pop Up Film Residency is an international network of film residencies carried out in partnership with international entities, labs, festivals, and markets, such as the Cannes’ Short Film Corner, Jihlava’s Emerging Producers, and When East Meets West.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 23 May 2025
Verticals such as travel and events will be priorities.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 23 May 2025
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“Such as.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/such%20as. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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