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to show or make clear by using examples
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Recent Examples of exemplifying
Students from each of DMUSD’s nine schools were honored for their exceptional achievements and contributions, exemplifying the values that inspire the district’s learning community, according to a news release.
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News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
Block, all exemplifying the Kansas City spirit.
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Kansas City Star,
15 May 2026
Some of her models also carried striking cradleboards covered in quillwork or ledger art—representing not only the current generation of artists exemplifying Native excellence but the generations to come.
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Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
11 May 2026
Junior reliever Owen Morgan, who picked up the pitching win, pointed to that play as exemplifying Clark’s value.
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Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
This area has a long history of gold production and has produced numerous multi-million-ounce discoveries over the last 50 years, exemplifying the advantages of a mature region.
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William Jones,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
World Central Kitchen Their efforts are powered by passionate volunteers and strong partnerships with local restaurants, exemplifying the spirit of community resilience.
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Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
29 Apr. 2026
Andrzej Guła, from NGO Polish Smog Alert, said Krakow went from 150 days of heavy smog per year to 30, exemplifying the impact of the program.
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ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
The Dodgers’ $850-million annual revenue dwarfs competitors like the Diamondbacks at $324 million, exemplifying the financial gulf driving owners’ desire for cost controls.
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Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
Block, all exemplifying the Kansas City spirit.
—
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2026
Some of her models also carried striking cradleboards covered in quillwork or ledger art—representing not only the current generation of artists exemplifying Native excellence but the generations to come.
—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
11 May 2026
Junior reliever Owen Morgan, who picked up the pitching win, pointed to that play as exemplifying Clark’s value.
—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
This area has a long history of gold production and has produced numerous multi-million-ounce discoveries over the last 50 years, exemplifying the advantages of a mature region.
—
William Jones,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
World Central Kitchen Their efforts are powered by passionate volunteers and strong partnerships with local restaurants, exemplifying the spirit of community resilience.
—
Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
29 Apr. 2026
Andrzej Guła, from NGO Polish Smog Alert, said Krakow went from 150 days of heavy smog per year to 30, exemplifying the impact of the program.
—
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
The Dodgers’ $850-million annual revenue dwarfs competitors like the Diamondbacks at $324 million, exemplifying the financial gulf driving owners’ desire for cost controls.
—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplifying
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That's a key technical level watched and used by traders, illustrating a stock or index's trend.
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Wingate weaves this historical horror with a modern-day mystery, illustrating the lasting trauma of children stolen for profit and the unbreakable bond of blood.
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Kyiv has also stepped up long-range drone and missile strikes inside Russia, targeting energy, military and logistics infrastructure, demonstrating the progress Ukraine has made in developing domestic strike capabilities.
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Boston Consulting Group suggests CEO hopefuls start cultivating a social media presence and demonstrating the ability to represent a company at least five years before expecting to take the top job.
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“Exemplifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplifying. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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