object lesson

Example Sentences

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In the Middle Ages, the French disaster at Crécy became an object lesson in the dangers of rushing in.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

He and his representatives are now threatening Cuba, Mexico, Colombia, Iran and Greenland, with Venezuela serving as an object lesson of what may happen if a country dares to disobey his wishes.

From Salon • Jan. 6, 2026

“But it’s also an object lesson in what you can do if you’re solvent — and clever — during the worst recession in Southern California since the 1930s.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 4, 2025

Industry insiders have told the BBC that Fishwick is now regarded as an object lesson in how not to run an installation project.

From BBC • Oct. 30, 2025

Cicero, then, offers an object lesson for orators in the importance of watching your mouth.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith