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to show or make clear by using examples
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Recent Examples of exemplifying
Andrzej Guła, from NGO Polish Smog Alert, said Krakow went from 150 days of heavy smog per year to 30, exemplifying the impact of the program.
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ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
The Dodgers’ $850-million annual revenue dwarfs competitors like the Diamondbacks at $324 million, exemplifying the financial gulf driving owners’ desire for cost controls.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
The former won an Oscar for her role in 2025 in a dress by Vaccarello, exemplifying how brands have expanded its relationship with film past ambassadorial roles.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 15 Jan. 2026
One standout example brings together Tel Aviv’s Newton Tech and Boston’s Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital to develop high-throughput gait and movement analysis technology, exemplifying how Israeli innovation and Boston’s rehabilitation medicine combine to improve patient outcomes.
—Benjamin Sharoni, Boston Herald, 24 Nov. 2025
This year, the site received the Roosevelt Institute’s prestigious Four Freedoms Award for exemplifying free speech and expression.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 13 Nov. 2025
Lawrence is superb at exemplifying Grace’s confusion.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
According to Pharr, Gordon has earned 18 college credit hours and received a 24 on the ACT, further exemplifying his commitment to success and readiness for college-level work.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Nov. 2025
ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
The Dodgers’ $850-million annual revenue dwarfs competitors like the Diamondbacks at $324 million, exemplifying the financial gulf driving owners’ desire for cost controls.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
The former won an Oscar for her role in 2025 in a dress by Vaccarello, exemplifying how brands have expanded its relationship with film past ambassadorial roles.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 15 Jan. 2026
One standout example brings together Tel Aviv’s Newton Tech and Boston’s Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital to develop high-throughput gait and movement analysis technology, exemplifying how Israeli innovation and Boston’s rehabilitation medicine combine to improve patient outcomes.
—Benjamin Sharoni, Boston Herald, 24 Nov. 2025
This year, the site received the Roosevelt Institute’s prestigious Four Freedoms Award for exemplifying free speech and expression.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 13 Nov. 2025
Lawrence is superb at exemplifying Grace’s confusion.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
According to Pharr, Gordon has earned 18 college credit hours and received a 24 on the ACT, further exemplifying his commitment to success and readiness for college-level work.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplifying
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Research highlights that each additional year of schooling increases an individual’s earnings by roughly 10% annually, illustrating how education compounds economic opportunity over time rather than delivering a one-time benefit.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2026
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Adapted from Antonio Scurati’s novel, the series delves into the darker aspects of Mussolini’s character, illustrating how his toxic masculinity and exploitation of fear led to his ascent, while inviting viewers to reflect on the broader implications of his story in today’s political landscape.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2026
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Throughout her career, Chinese artist Cao Fei has explored every aspect of our world, demonstrating great versatility and insight in her use of a broad range of technologies and languages.—
Miuccia Prada,
Time,
15 Apr. 2026
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At least six other Department of Aviation workers were investigated for spending hours idling on the job, demonstrating incompetence, stealing city property, and lying during the investigation.—
Chris Tye,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Exemplifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplifying. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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