How to Use such as in a Sentence

such as

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  • With interest rates and flight prices such as these, good luck.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 29 Apr. 2025
  • Jitters such as these are rather common.
    Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 1 Sep. 2025
  • This does not include room and board, or other costs such as books.
    Adam Harrington, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
  • The rat then poops the worms out, and animals such as slugs and snails eat the poop.
    Susanne Rust follow, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
  • The same is true for other mammals such as monkeys and mice.
    Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 9 Apr. 2026
  • And so do some primates, such as bonobos and snub-nosed monkeys.
    Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026
  • However, there are options for those with itchy feet (such as me).
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Some of which, such as the beloved Slimer, are still living in the firehouse.
    Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Mar. 2024
  • Low-growing herbs such as creeping thyme and oregano work well in flower beds, too.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2025
  • Still, focus on high-fiber starches, such as beans, lentils, quinoa, or sweet potatoes.
    Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 29 July 2024
  • The measure does not apply to all county roles, such as sheriff.
    Christopher Harris, CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026
  • New apps such as Thursday have popped up that throw events for singles in major cities.
    Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN, 14 Feb. 2024
  • Work from other high spots, such as window ledges and crown molding, down to the baseboards.
    Sophia Solano, Washington Post, 8 Jan. 2024
  • Seabirds, such as brown noddies and frigatebirds, perched on the concrete and metal.
    Smithsonian Magazine, 10 July 2023
  • Try earth tone shades such as sandy beige, terracotta, or chocolate brown.
    Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 16 Jan. 2026
  • Herbs are best for an earthier scent, such as rosemary, thyme, or even mint for freshness.
    Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 15 Jan. 2026
  • Trends such as wide-leg fits, activewear, and balletcore have emerged as favorites.
    Vicki M. Young, Sourcing Journal, 12 Aug. 2024
  • Include task lighting, such as reading lights at bedside.
    Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 16 Jan. 2026
  • Having someone such as Marner on his wing could take his game even higher.
    The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Many of the changes, such as the higher standard deduction, could lead to a smaller tax bill.
    Kat Tretina, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
  • Save on brands such as Blueair, Eucalypso and many more.
    Tory Johnson, ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
  • Sources of this precious fat include fatty fish, such as salmon, tuna and sardines.
    Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Do not use anything hot, such as a heating pad, stove, or furnace, to warm the affected area.
    Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
  • There are tax rules to be aware of, such as wash sales, so consult your tax and financial advisor first.
    Kristin McKenna, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024
  • There are circumstances that vary team to team — such as injuries and prospect promotion.
    Kansas City Star, 19 Feb. 2026
  • To do this, dense materials such as acrylic, quartz, or bismuth germanate can be used.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026
  • There are many substances, such as snow, clouds, and milk, that don’t have light-absorbing pigments but are still opaque.
    Literary Hub, 25 Sep. 2025
  • The shapes and textures, as well as elements such as large black numbers, can give away the images’ sources.
    Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 8 Sep. 2023
  • Get in the basement and under some kind of sturdy protection such as a heavy table or work bench.
    Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 7 May 2024
  • Food sources, such as a cup of coffee and a banana, before a workout can do a similar job.
    Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 4 June 2025

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