as in examples
one of a group or collection that shows what the whole is like
this is just one instance of his repeated failure to do what he promised
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as in cites
to give as an example
instanced one particular incident as an illustration of their penchant for practical jokes
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as in mentions
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
instanced the latest astronomical research in her presentation on measuring star magnitude
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as in illustrates
to show or make clear by using examples
instanced the hero's moral courage with several examples from the novel
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Recent Examples of instances
Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Cohen’s defense included that in some instances the players approved the transactions and thus were not defrauded.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 4 Mar. 2026
But in both instances, DHS ordered an automatic stay, keeping her detained.
—Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Frasier says that the involvement of a gun doesn’t necessarily mean it was discharged, and in some instances a victim was legally carrying or using the weapon in self-defense.
—Rose Evans
updated March 3, Idaho Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
Some instances referred to just one drone.
—Jon Gambrell, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
These instances of severe weather are expected to be isolated, and the tornado threat is low.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
Other instances of recreational nerding out abounded.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2026
That estimate takes into consideration properties that would fall under a number of exemptions provided for in the measure, as well as those instances where owners opt to sell their properties or convert them to short- and long-term rentals.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
Noun
But those instances were matched by unvarnished comments that appeared genuine, and risked alienating some of his base.
—Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Cohen’s defense included that in some instances the players approved the transactions and thus were not defrauded.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 4 Mar. 2026
But in both instances, DHS ordered an automatic stay, keeping her detained.
—Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Frasier says that the involvement of a gun doesn’t necessarily mean it was discharged, and in some instances a victim was legally carrying or using the weapon in self-defense.
—Rose Evans
updated March 3, Idaho Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
Some instances referred to just one drone.
—Jon Gambrell, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
These instances of severe weather are expected to be isolated, and the tornado threat is low.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
Other instances of recreational nerding out abounded.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2026
That estimate takes into consideration properties that would fall under a number of exemptions provided for in the measure, as well as those instances where owners opt to sell their properties or convert them to short- and long-term rentals.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for instances
Noun
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Those are just some examples of how Chinese startups and tech giants are rapidly expanding worldwide, one year after DeepSeek’s AI reasoning model shocked global investors.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
4 Mar. 2026
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And those are just two examples of the myriad plant life on display.—
Kristin Scharkey,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Seven children have been killed and 38 have been injured over that time period, according to the organization, which cites Lebanon's Ministry of Public Health.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
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The letter specifically cites concerns about the conduct of board chair Richard Rampell and CEO John LaBonia.—
Aaron Leibowitz,
Miami Herald,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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If someone mentions Garden of the Gods, images of Colorado's iconic, jagged red rock peaks likely come to mind.—
Erika Ebsworth-Goold,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
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Guasch-Ferré also mentions moderate amounts of fish or eggs as part of a healthy protein approach in midlife.—
Lynn Andriani,
Martha Stewart,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The apparent corner-cutting illustrates how top brass at Florida’s flagship law school relaxed longstanding safeguards to fast-track the state’s top legal official into its classrooms — even as Republican leaders in Tallahassee demand greater transparency and oversight of university instruction.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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After receiving permission from the government, Brevard County Public Works removed 10,000 pounds of concrete — a volume that illustrates how deeply trapped the manatee was within the infrastructure.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The district board voted last month to issue preliminary layoff notices for more than 400 district employees.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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Vanderpump notices details other guests miss, and bad lighting tops her list of hotel sins.—
David Morris,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Company leadership emphasizes that achieving positive operating cash flow less than two years after going public demonstrates the viability of the business model and positions TMTG for future revenue growth and long-term shareholder value creation.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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As a dedicated online learner, Fajardo Perdomo consistently demonstrates an exceptional level of responsibility and a profound commitment to her academic growth.—
Darla Rivera,
Oklahoman,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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And the amendment specifies that the bill would only apply to convictions that occur beginning July 1, 2026.—
Stephen Gruber-Miller,
Des Moines Register,
5 Mar. 2026
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The constitution of the British Indian Ocean Territory specifies that no one has a right of abode on the islands.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Talarico, 36, is a Presbyterian seminarian who quotes Scripture and rarely raises his voice.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Mar. 2026
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The front entrance also features the bronze sculpture Hands of Peace by Henry Azaz, which quotes a blessing in the Book of Numbers.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Instances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instances. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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