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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 award, sponsored by Chick-Fil-A, recognizes student-athletes who have demonstrated exemplary leadership and character.
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Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 22 May 2025
His direction of the actors is exemplary, even with characters seen only briefly, like Lionel’s parents or the humble backwoods folks who share their songs.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
Elgin police chief, officer, firefighter honored for their work
Two members of the Elgin Police Department and one member of the Elgin Fire Department recently received awards recognizing their exemplary work.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2025
Erik was 18 and Lyle was 21 — and their exemplary behavior behind bars.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 9 May 2025
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Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 22 May 2025
His direction of the actors is exemplary, even with characters seen only briefly, like Lionel’s parents or the humble backwoods folks who share their songs.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
Elgin police chief, officer, firefighter honored for their work
Two members of the Elgin Police Department and one member of the Elgin Fire Department recently received awards recognizing their exemplary work.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2025
Erik was 18 and Lyle was 21 — and their exemplary behavior behind bars.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplary
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And of course classic strawberry shortcake, strawberry pound cake, and many more fresh dishes.—
Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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The classic business startup model focused on what entrepreneurs wanted to offer to their ideal clients and customers.—
Cynthia Pong,
Forbes.com,
8 June 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 an excellent time to invest, pitch a creative idea or spruce up your portfolio.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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Robin will make an excellent addition to our great Kentucky State Senate Majority!—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Still, if punitive policies towards Chinese international students persist, students may turn to alternative destinations, experts say.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
30 May 2025
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With a maximum rookie-scale contract extension slated to kick in for Mobley next season, Cleveland is set to find itself in the NBA's punitive second luxury tax apron.—
Alex Kirschenbaum,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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Finney-Smith would be a superb 3-and-D starting power forward if Jarrett Allen is traded and the Cavaliers move Mobley to center.—
Matt Levine,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
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Cheung and Francis are superb, as is Moses Villarama as Bo’s buddy, Virgil, who sees his own sorrow bearing down on him, inevitable and enveloping, like the blizzard outside.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
30 May 2025
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The site is exceptional: The North Branch of the Chicago River winds through its full length, offering an opportunity to weave parkland through the development.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2025
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All of our leathers are carefully selected from the finest tanneries in the world for their exceptional quality and functional capability.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Tyce Peterson was a perfect 4 for 4 with a double and two RBIs.—
Shotgun Spratling,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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The Better Sister This adaptation of Alafair Burke’s novel follows two sisters, one who is seemingly living a perfect life (Jessica Biel) and the other who is in recovery and barely scraping by (Elizabeth Banks).—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
2 June 2025
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This is not unique to Arizona, Famiglietti said, with similar signs of disappearing groundwater happening in the agriculture-heavy Central Valley in California.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
31 May 2025
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But that physical training couldn’t prepare him for the unique psychological experience of reaching the top of the world--and then returning safely.—
Mark Joyella,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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“Exemplary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplary. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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