EXEMPLIFIES Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

exemplifies

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present tense third-person singular of exemplify

as in illustrates

to show or make clear by using examples in your review you don't really exemplify your points with specific examples from the novel

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Recent Examples of exemplifies The award recognizes a student who exemplifies outstanding initiative, a high level of responsibility and a willingness to contribute beyond the core responsibilities of a museum facilitator role. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026 Alan is determined to make the dance special for both of them and exemplifies the grace that Jenna says her mom instilled in her. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 20 Oct. 2026 But no stat better exemplifies the chaos of week seven better than this one. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 19 Oct. 2026 Beyond all that old-fashioned charm is a place that exemplifies the best of countryside-chic, too. — Katie Silcox, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026 The high growth rate exemplifies the state’s rich concentration of high-tech and other high-productivity industries. — Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2026 Perhaps no stock exemplifies these qualities more than Coca-Cola . — Justin Zacks, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2026 Califia Carlisle exemplifies how and why California is failing on homelessness. — The Sacramento Bee Staff, Sacbee.com, 21 Sep. 2026 Lovett is an outstanding student who exemplifies academic excellence, leadership, and school spirit. — Darla Rivera, Oklahoman, 21 Sep. 2026

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Listen displays album artwork and playback information, while Climate illustrates cabin airflow and seat temperature.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 23 Oct. 2026
The record illustrates how artists can combine music, video content, and direct engagement with listeners.

— Kaitlyn Gomez, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026

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Doe’s case demonstrates just how complex Title IX cases are, even under the more protective policies afforded to accusers by past presidential administrations.

— Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026
For now, the work demonstrates a limited but automated connection between detecting an odor and recreating a corresponding scent elsewhere.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026

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