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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
Charlap plays hem all with exemplary taste.
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George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Oct. 2025
As far as gender-bent reboots go, High Fidelity is exemplary.
—Abby Monteil, Them., 3 Oct. 2025
Jennings and Tod do an exemplary job of bringing this classic to a new generation, while showing utmost respect for the original.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 29 Sep. 2025
The administration says Patel has been exemplary in his response.
—Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2025
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George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Oct. 2025
As far as gender-bent reboots go, High Fidelity is exemplary.
—Abby Monteil, Them., 3 Oct. 2025
Jennings and Tod do an exemplary job of bringing this classic to a new generation, while showing utmost respect for the original.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 29 Sep. 2025
The administration says Patel has been exemplary in his response.
—Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplary
Adjective
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For her part, Bieber delivered a rock-n-roll roll take on classic LBD.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
27 Oct. 2025
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In a series of wedding photos shared, the newlyweds can be seen embracing in their wedding attire, with Smith wearing a strapless satin gown and Sutherland sporting a classic black suit.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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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 is where the Greenpoint comes from, an excellent neo-classic riff on a Manhattan that was invented at Milk & Honey in New York, and comprises the classic build of Manhattan—rye, sweet vermouth, and bitters—into which has been spliced the inimitable French herbal liqueur, Yellow Chartreuse.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
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The Jayhawks did an excellent job of getting back in transition, limiting Louisville’s fast-break opportunities.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
25 Oct. 2025
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His legal team condemned the plan as unconstitutional and punitive, warning that without assurances from Liberia, Abrego Garcia could be sent back to El Salvador.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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Professional development for teachers focuses on positive, rather than punitive, behavioral and engagement practices.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
17 Oct. 2025
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Take to the slopes by day, and spend your evenings in town, walking the car-free Corsa Italia before thawing out in one of the superb pizzerias.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
27 Oct. 2025
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Throw in the superb tension and pitch-perfect performances, and there’s no question that India Opzoomer is a director to watch.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
27 Oct. 2025
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The lounge feels like a five-star hotel with fine dining (don’t miss the schnitzel), an exceptional whiskey bar, and plush daybeds and showers.—
Staff Author,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
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Native throughout eastern North America, arrowwood viburnum provides exceptional wildlife value through nectar-rich spring blooms and late season blue-black fruits.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
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The 26-year-old was caught offside no fewer than eight times during a 4-0 defeat to Barcelona back in November, many of which after inch-perfect movement from Pau Cubarsi to step up and leave the centre-forward marginally ahead of the defensive line.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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None of our systems is perfect—neither corporate media nor media owned by a single wealthy individual.—
David Wingrave,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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Its unique formula can remove stains, dissolve adhesives, and cut through soap scum and grease.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Oct. 2025
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This Boll & Branch set stands apart because of a unique double-button detail and eyelet hemstitching.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Exemplary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplary. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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