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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Other chains, such as Walmart, Publix, Food Lion, Whole Foods and Meijer, among others, have traditionally been open on the Fourth of July.
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Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
4 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.
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Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
4 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.
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Geoff Mulvihill,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
Citrinowitz said that the appearance of multiple officials, such as IRGC chief Brig.
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Nadeen Ebrahim,
CNN Money,
4 July 2026
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Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
4 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
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
Citrinowitz said that the appearance of multiple officials, such as IRGC chief Brig.
—
Nadeen Ebrahim,
CNN Money,
4 July 2026
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“Such as.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/such%20as. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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