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instances

NOUN

case, situation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

detail example item occasion occurrence particular precedent proof reason

STRONG

exemplification exponent ground illustration representative sample sampling specimen time

WEAK

case history case in point

VERB

name

Synonyms

STRONG

adduce cite exemplify illustrate mention quote refer show specify

Antonyms

STRONG

hide

Example Sentences

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Because I have to say, in very few instances, on the movies we buy, are we the higher offer.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

In many instances, the captured gas provides a return on investment that can offset the initial costs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

As far as loyalty programs are concerned, Nguyen has studied instances of rewards members being taken advantage of through use of their data.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

Saturday's rival demonstrations follow a spate of violent attacks targeting London's Jewish community, with some blaming instances of hate speech at pro-Palestinian marches for helping to fuel antisemitism.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

It contained dozens of pages detailing spirit appearances, including sworn statements supporting otherworldly manifestations and instances of mediumship.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock