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as in classic
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
as a hospital volunteer you have given exemplary service to your community
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as in warning
serving as or offering a warning
armies have traditionally used public execution as an exemplary punishment for the crime of desertion
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Recent Examples of exemplary
With the Lake Bluff Elementary School receiving an exemplary designation in last year’s Illinois Report Card and Lake Bluff Middle School getting a commendable grade, candidates took on the subject of ensuring the highest quality learning environment inside District 65.
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Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
That was the case on Friday night on the Canadian west coast, as a late mistake by the Minnesota Wild derailed an otherwise exemplary effort, and the Vancouver Canucks escaped with a 3-1 win.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 8 Mar. 2025
The total judgment amount includes $11 million for mental anguish sustained in the past, $20 million for the mental anguish that the victim might sustain in the future, and $93 million for exemplary damages, court records show.
—Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Mar. 2025
The tables of deaths occupy hundreds of double-page spreads, laid out with exemplary clarity and precision.
—Fintan O'Toole, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
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Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
That was the case on Friday night on the Canadian west coast, as a late mistake by the Minnesota Wild derailed an otherwise exemplary effort, and the Vancouver Canucks escaped with a 3-1 win.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 8 Mar. 2025
The total judgment amount includes $11 million for mental anguish sustained in the past, $20 million for the mental anguish that the victim might sustain in the future, and $93 million for exemplary damages, court records show.
—Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Mar. 2025
The tables of deaths occupy hundreds of double-page spreads, laid out with exemplary clarity and precision.
—Fintan O'Toole, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplary
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The classic cable knit conjures up images of hot cocoa sipped fireside in a mountain chalet, while the collar and oversized tortoiseshell buttons score subtle style points.—
Jessica Macdonald,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Mar. 2025
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Whether your aesthetic leans vintage eclectic or organic modern, there's something for everyone with our range of seating options: Choose from colorful velvet, classic leather, and even curved details.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Mar. 2025
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The bureau also will post more warning notices at 750 livestock sale facilities and review other potential changes to federal regulations.—
SCOTT SONNER,
Star Tribune,
27 July 2021
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In response, statistical authorities around the world could do little but issue warning press releases.—
Andrew Whitby,
Time,
17 Apr. 2020
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Two standout experiences near the water include Schooner’s in the Caribbean Village, open for breakfast and dinner (chef Chris’s swordfish steak was excellent) as well as Barefoot by the Sea in the Italian Village.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Apr. 2025
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Rear space is excellent, with plenty of legroom and headroom, accentuated by the panoramic sunroof.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Trump’s latest tariff policy draws a sharp distinction between adversaries and allies, dialing back taxes on imports from Europe and North America while doubling down on punitive measures against Beijing.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
9 Apr. 2025
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Wall Street had been on edge, looking for any sign that Trump might shift his approach to his punitive tariffs.—
John Towfighi, David Goldman and Anna Cooban,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2025
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Chain-of-Density (CoD) Prompting A shrewd method of devising summaries involves a clever prompting strategy known as chain-of-density (CoD), which aims to bolster generative AI toward attaining especially superb or at least better-than-usual summaries.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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In the summers, the garden becomes a haute hub of social activity, thanks to the hotel’s superb cocktail program.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2025
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Vogue Weddings An all-access invitation to the exceptional and inspirational, plus planning tips and advice.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
2 Apr. 2025
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Despite their extensive tag team history, the match devolved into a repetitive exchange of superkicks, failing to showcase the wrestlers' true abilities and leaving fans disappointed, especially amidst an otherwise exceptional WrestleMania card.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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Rooms are bright and airy, and the front porch is perfect for lazy afternoons.—
Amanda Ogle,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Apr. 2025
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Herbal Corsican rosés are perfect with soft goat cheeses and the ricotta-like local cheese, brocciu.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
3 Apr. 2025
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These lanterns are bright, and their unique design makes the solar hanging light the perfect outdoor decoration.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The underlying signal itself can also be unique for people or groups of people.—
Eloy Geenjaar,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Exemplary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplary. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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