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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
The musicianship is just exemplary.
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Liza Lentini, SPIN, 22 May 2026
Or at least that few face in an exemplary way.
—Kansas City Star, 16 May 2026
The Outstanding Series Format Deck Presented by Canva Award recognizes one project in competition with $1,000 toward the creation of an exemplary format deck.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 12 May 2026
An employee who had so far been exemplary, cleaning the messes that her family made.
—Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
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Liza Lentini, SPIN, 22 May 2026
Or at least that few face in an exemplary way.
—Kansas City Star, 16 May 2026
The Outstanding Series Format Deck Presented by Canva Award recognizes one project in competition with $1,000 toward the creation of an exemplary format deck.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 12 May 2026
An employee who had so far been exemplary, cleaning the messes that her family made.
—Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplary
Adjective
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Tandoori Pizza is best known for combining classic Indian dishes, like tandoori chicken, malai paneer, curry chicken and chicken tikka and serving it on a pizza crust, the website showed.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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Melt-in-your-mouth satisfaction in fun flavors of single-serve packs from limited-edition sugar cookie and cinnamon bun to classic, white cheddar, limited-edition Spicy Dill Pickle and more.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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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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This should be an excellent match against a South Korean side that also has a victory after its comeback last week to beat Czechia.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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Come for that convenience, and stay for lively communal areas, sleek and spacious rooms and suites, and excellent food and beverage programming.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
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Borrowing becomes less punitive.—
Richard Polgar,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Jurors decided that Grossman acted with malice and oppression and Erickson acted with malice, oppression, or fraud, kicking off the punitive phase of the trial.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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Australia began their campaign with a superb 2-0 win over Türkiye, sitting deep and springing on the counter to devastating effect to give themselves a great chance of reaching the knockout stages.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
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The namesake suite is one of the largest in central Rome at more than 2,045 square feet, with superb views over the nearby piazza.—
Todd Plummer,
Robb Report,
19 June 2026
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There was something beautifully redemptive and cautionary about it.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
17 June 2026
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And for every disappointment, there’s also McIlroy, who serves as a beacon of hope and a cautionary tale.—
Brody Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Each is 72+ pages long and features an exceptional design printed on premium paper.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
18 June 2026
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So to commemorate the occasion, the distillery team decided to release a pair of truly rare and exceptional age statement expressions.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
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The Sparks were nearly perfect in the first quarter before committing their first turnover with under five minutes to play.—
Jordan Puente,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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The presidential suite has ergonomic desks and chairs (perfect for a working vacation) and brown leather details that give a cozy feel, plus floor-to-ceiling windows with unparalleled, unobstructed views of the city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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“Exemplary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplary. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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