1
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
This is a guy who has been a team captain for a long time, exemplary character, all of that.
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Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
There’s certainly no shortage of exemplary accommodation choices in the state, but one hotel rose above the rest in this year’s World’s Best Awards—read on to find out who the winner is.
—John Wogan, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
She will be remembered as an exemplary icon of Indian cinema and culture.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 July 2025
People who knew Foxcroft remembered him as a father, husband and exemplary worker in tributes shared with the outlet.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 11 July 2025
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Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
There’s certainly no shortage of exemplary accommodation choices in the state, but one hotel rose above the rest in this year’s World’s Best Awards—read on to find out who the winner is.
—John Wogan, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
She will be remembered as an exemplary icon of Indian cinema and culture.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 July 2025
People who knew Foxcroft remembered him as a father, husband and exemplary worker in tributes shared with the outlet.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplary
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The state's health insurance plans offer premium, classic and basic Health Advantage plans to state and public school employees and non-Medicare eligible retirees.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Aug. 2025
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Reese Witherspoon’s Outfit Blueprint Witherspoon’s skirt is a classic style every closet should have, and this $24 Amazon option reminds us of her pick.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
7 Aug. 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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In addition to a monthly newsletter covering retirement planning regulations, IRA advisers Ed Slott and Co. also offer an excellent monthly newsletter covering Social Security issues, written by Heather Schreiber.—
Elliot Raphaelson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Aug. 2025
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Have Real Deal Barbecue Named on Yelp’s 2024 list of the Top 100 Places to Eat in the U.S., Jim’s Smokin’ Que earned high praise for its delicious smoked meats and excellent accompaniments.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
16 Aug. 2025
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But advocates for immigrant rights say the community arrests – from raids at factories and restaurants to surprise detentions at ICE check-ins – are punitive measures aimed at instilling fear in blue states and cities.—
Isabelle Chapman,
CNN Money,
5 Aug. 2025
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The harshness that sometimes emerges in Cliff’s approach to parenting lands with a more punitive thud in that context.—
Laura Bradley,
The Atlantic,
2 Aug. 2025
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Scrupulous and enterprising reporting rarely combine with such superb storytelling.—
Book Marks
August 8,
Literary Hub,
8 Aug. 2025
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Alongside top-grade drinks and superb live music programming, the venue's true secret sauce is its rich community of musicians, staff, and patrons, which has continuously grown and evolved—and even saved the venue during challenging times.—
Felipe Schrieberg,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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The term describes someone over 80 with an exceptional memory — one at least as good as the memories of people who are 20 to 30 years younger.—
Carolyn Rosenblatt,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by an exceptional combination of circumstances in which the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) did not include the allergen on the packaging.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Aug. 2025
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Of course, this Saturday would be a perfect time to visit the exhibition as the Spirit of ’45 Living History Day and Swing Dance will be taking place, starting at 2 p.m.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
13 Aug. 2025
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Finally, humor can help communicate that not every contribution has to be perfect to be valuable.—
Paul Boross MBE,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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The move, a standing, forward-imploding springboard cutter, is one of the most unique finishers in all of wrestling.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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Smaller sets will offer a short array of more unique shades.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Exemplary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplary. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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