such as

phrase

1
used to introduce an example or series of examples
You will need some form of identification, such as a driver's license.
"I have my reasons for not wanting to go." "Such as?"
2
: of the specified kind
In cases such as this (one), it's best to be cautious.
Questions such as the one you've asked are difficult to answer.

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The burning of fossil fuels such as coal, oil and gas is the chief driver of the climate crisis. Sam Meredith, CNBC, 3 July 2026 The replacement panels do not include some of detail in the earlier ones, such as a map of slave trade routes and a timeline on slavery. Geoff Mulvihill, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026 With more advanced cameras and larger data sets, involuntary behavior such as heart rate and skin flushness could also be tracked. Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 3 July 2026 But the mudroom also needs closed storage such as cabinets, drawers, or baskets to help with seasonal gear, sports equipment, and everyday clutter. Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for such as

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“Such as.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/such%20as. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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