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as in classic
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
as a hospital volunteer you have given exemplary service to your community
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as in warning
serving as or offering a warning
armies have traditionally used public execution as an exemplary punishment for the crime of desertion
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Recent Examples of exemplary
Captain Marc Guehi, who was denied a move to Liverpool in a dramatic summer transfer deadline day U-turn, offers leadership and an exemplary ability to read the game.
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Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 21 Sep. 2025
The administration says Patel has been exemplary in his response.
—Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2025
Some, like Peck Elementary on the city’s Southwest Side, have earned recognition as exemplary STEM schools.
—Mila Koumpilova, ProPublica, 9 Sep. 2025
The quality of the blur is exemplary, too.
—PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
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Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 21 Sep. 2025
The administration says Patel has been exemplary in his response.
—Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2025
Some, like Peck Elementary on the city’s Southwest Side, have earned recognition as exemplary STEM schools.
—Mila Koumpilova, ProPublica, 9 Sep. 2025
The quality of the blur is exemplary, too.
—PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplary
Adjective
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Mackie, who grew up enamored of screen starlets, infused his costumes with a sense of classic-Hollywood camp.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
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V-neck tees worn underneath polo shirts and classic white tank tops with backless cuts.—
Ludwig Hurtado,
Them.,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The bureau also will post more warning notices at 750 livestock sale facilities and review other potential changes to federal regulations.—
SCOTT SONNER,
Star Tribune,
27 July 2021
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In response, statistical authorities around the world could do little but issue warning press releases.—
Andrew Whitby,
Time,
17 Apr. 2020
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Iberostar Waves Quetzal Playa del Carmen, Mexico A beachfront all-inclusive Playa del Carmen resort that welcomes families with excellent children’s programming, Iberostar Waves Quetzal caters to kids and teens ages four to 17 with everything from cooking classes to science experiments.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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The dual point of view is perfect, the banter and pacing are excellent and the cover is absolutely gorgeous.—
Audrey Goldberg Ruoff,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But a federal judge threw out the lawsuit in March 2024, excoriating the platform’s case as plainly punitive rather than about protecting the platform’s security and legal rights.—
Hadas Gold,
CNN Money,
29 Sep. 2025
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Then, just before voting to pass the bill last month, the House adopted an amendment that raised the fines to $25,000 for an initial violation and $125,000 for subsequent offenses, making the measure the most financially punitive bathroom restriction in the country, according to The Texas Tribune.—
Jo Yurcaba,
NBC news,
23 Sep. 2025
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Cam Hart returned from his absence and had a superb tackle near the goal line to force a field goal.—
Nick Canepa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Sep. 2025
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Plenty of five-star hotels and restaurants dotted across Manhattan are home to some superb offerings, combining fine dining with your favorite tea blends.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The award is given to establishments that receive a high volume of exceptional reviews and ratings from the TripAdvisor community over a 12-month period.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
26 Sep. 2025
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Despite its exceptional hardness approaching that of diamond, boron remains too brittle for direct use in tools or structural applications.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Also, when your first album is that perfect and that massive, what comes later often seems like a letdown.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
26 Sep. 2025
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From lightweight fall jackets to cozy two-piece sets that are ready for your next airport adventure—each item is super versatile and perfect for any trip.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Sep. 2025
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Beer, after all, adds a unique, savory depth, though most of the alcohol cooks of during the hours of simmering.—
Marianne Williams,
Southern Living,
30 Sep. 2025
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However, the new version also incorporates the company’s lauded HD-2D visual art style, that combines retro pixel art with modern 3D environments, creating a unique diorama look.—
George Yang,
Rolling Stone,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Exemplary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplary. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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