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[in-stuhns] / ˈɪn stəns /




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The speaker, for instance, pays homage to New York City, where he opened his original store.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

For instance, there was Florian Wirtz's penalty claim against Arsenal in January after he was challenged by Leandro Trossard.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

The company, for instance, gets about 20% of its commercial revenue from data centers, and it also services semiconductor production plants where air purity is critical.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

When he ran for prime minister last year, there were real questions about whether he would take to the political side of the job, and he stumbled at times, flubbing his French, for instance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

For instance, I know that the dogs nearest the kitchen always eat best.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri




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