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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
The four schools on the commendable list missed exemplary status by fewer than three points, district documents said.
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Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 17 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
Zelle’s record on rooting out fraud is exemplary.
—Stephen Moore, Boston Herald, 10 Mar. 2025
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Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 17 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
Zelle’s record on rooting out fraud is exemplary.
—Stephen Moore, Boston Herald, 10 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplary
Adjective
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Undercut Pixie While Halle Berry has the most classic look, 2010s Rihanna endorsed the pompadour, contrast cut version of pixies.—
Essence,
Essence,
21 Apr. 2025
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On average, a casual jacket is around $220 while a handful of classic tailoring sees jackets priced at $515 and around $250 for trousers.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
21 Apr. 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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In a survey of more than 15,000 users after its rollout in 2024, 90% of respondents ranked their experience as excellent or above average.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Scott McKenna bossing the defence, Fabio Silva scoring goals for fun, Oli McBurnie bashing around and suddenly speaking excellent Spanish… this is a cause to believe in.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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Islamabad took a number of punitive measures against India over its diplomatic maneuvering, including the closure of its airspace to Indian aircraft and a prohibition on Indian transit through the country.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Apr. 2025
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New Delhi downgraded ties with Islamabad, summoned its top diplomat, suspended for the first time its involvement in a crucial water-sharing treaty and shut a key border crossing, among other punitive measures in the wake of what was the region’s worst assault on civilians in years.—
Sophia Saifi,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2025
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Without Alvarez, the Mets leaned heavily on Luis Torrens, who played superb defense and supplied key hits (.675 OPS).—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Each has a superb hit tool, with the capability of hitting for a high batting average, while scoring and driving in runs.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The secret to an exceptional Amatriciana lies in selecting impeccable guanciale Amatriciano—with its perfect balance of tender meat and luxurious fat—creating the foundation upon which this masterpiece is built.—
Jenn Rice,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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His answer, given the exceptional political and economic turmoil in Canada, was a bit surprising.—
Ian Austen,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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Los Angeles, which wanted to move up to draft Brock Bowers last year, found an option at tight end in this draft in Terrance Ferguson, a four-year starter out of Oregon who could become a perfect complement in the middle of the field to the 1-2 punch on the outside in Davante Adams and Puka Nacua.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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From classic denim designs to vibrant colorways and distressed finishes, flared jeans find their perfect ally in platform shoes.—
René Chávez Esparza,
Glamour,
27 Apr. 2025
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Hepworth has a unique advantage because of his background.—
Kody Boye,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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How To Make Egg Gravy Want to try this unique recipe at home?—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Exemplary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplary. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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