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[in-stuhns] / ˈɪn stəns /




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For instance, a self-employed taxpayer with a certain type of IRA can stretch the window for retirement contributions to Oct.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

In this instance, they were overruled by Barr and his deputies, but former officials said this was a rare case in which their guidance was ignored.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

For instance, on the 17th hole during the second round McIlroy hit his drive far left.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

It, for instance, won’t be able to collect tolls on oil tankers traversing the strait.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

For instance, imagine a small boy who is throwing stones in all directions.

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