exemplifying

present participle of exemplify

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of exemplifying Best exemplifying the effect are those in the Undulation suite, one of three new sets that join Echo, Vibrations’ first chapter unveiled in January. — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026 The honor, announced today, promotes the practice of investigative journalism exemplifying compassion, courage and integrity. — Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026 Like the Nixon-Vindman contest, the congressional races received significant national attention, exemplifying the rift between the Democratic party’s progressive left and center. — Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026 The revisions at the President’s House Site have drawn intense scrutiny, exemplifying both the aims and the limits of the broader effort. — John Garrison Marks, The Atlantic, 25 July 2026 Students from each of DMUSD’s nine schools were honored for their exceptional achievements and contributions, exemplifying the values that inspire the district’s learning community, according to a news release. — News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026 Block, all exemplifying the Kansas City spirit. — Kansas City Star, 15 May 2026 Some of her models also carried striking cradleboards covered in quillwork or ledger art—representing not only the current generation of artists exemplifying Native excellence but the generations to come. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 11 May 2026 Junior reliever Owen Morgan, who picked up the pitching win, pointed to that play as exemplifying Clark’s value. — Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplifying
Verb
  • The plan may be seen as illustrating an argument that developing countries are resisting pressure to choose camps in the growing competition between Washington and Beijing.
    — Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2026
  • The sheriff’s office said Matsuda and Donlon sent their friends a text message with a map illustrating Ice Mountain as their destination.
    — Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Such generosity in defeat is rare in today’s political climate, and Stevens deserves credit for demonstrating it.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 1 Nov. 2026
  • The man behind the wheel wasn’t a thief, but a Baltimore County Police detective demonstrating how quickly an unattended vehicle can disappear while its driver runs a simple errand.
    — Jessica Baugh, Baltimore Sun, 29 Oct. 2026

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“Exemplifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplifying. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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