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.
Examples of such as in a Sentence
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Where to stream the Pickled Pig episode of 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives'
The Food Network can be streamed live or on demand through various services, such as the Food Network Go app, Discovery+, Max or Hulu + Live TV.
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Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 23 July 2025
The current lack of screening, such as a wall, between the building and his property.
—Jc Reindl, Freep.com, 23 July 2025
There are a lot of issues Milwaukee city officials should be focusing on, such as affordable housing, widespread pothole problems, reckless driving and lead poisoning.
—Daniel Bice, jsonline.com, 23 July 2025
More showcases are presented by big media outlets such as VH1.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 23 July 2025
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Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 23 July 2025
The current lack of screening, such as a wall, between the building and his property.
—Jc Reindl, Freep.com, 23 July 2025
There are a lot of issues Milwaukee city officials should be focusing on, such as affordable housing, widespread pothole problems, reckless driving and lead poisoning.
—Daniel Bice, jsonline.com, 23 July 2025
More showcases are presented by big media outlets such as VH1.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 23 July 2025
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“Such as.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/such%20as. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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