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as in citing
to give as an example
instanced one particular incident as an illustration of their penchant for practical jokes
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as in specifying
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
instanced the latest astronomical research in her presentation on measuring star magnitude
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as in illustrating
to show or make clear by using examples
instanced the hero's moral courage with several examples from the novel
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The lawsuit alleges Yuba Water Agency’s lawyers prematurely blamed the company, citing a June 4 letter from the agency’s counsel.
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Jevremovic sued him for defamation in December but a judge threw out the case, citing that it hadn’t been filed in the correct jurisdiction.
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However, Polestar will continue supporting US drivers of its EVs without specifying for how long.
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On June 11, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department released a statement specifying that Mexican authorities had not contacted them about the tip or the search efforts, but saying the investigation was still ongoing.
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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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This is without even mentioning Désiré Doué and Rayan Cherki, both of whom would start for essentially any other nation at the 2026 World Cup.
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Trump is increasingly talking about his projects, mentioning at least one 79% of the days in June, according to an analysis from The Washington Post.
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That matters because adults wait an average of nine years after first noticing hearing loss before treating it.
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Research has increasingly pointed to app designs built for engagement and addiction rather than actual matchmaking, and users are noticing.
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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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The Forest Service reports the herd’s origins are unknown, noting it may be linked to mustang drives between Owens Valley and Nevada.
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Rummo agrees, noting that the pasta's texture and structure are what set it apart.
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Carpino retired in April, without ever explaining what was not right in the organization or, based on the standings, repairing it.
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The traditional experience requires waiting on hold, explaining the situation and hoping an agent can help.
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“Instancing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instancing. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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