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Recent Examples of exemplifying
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.
—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
The former won an Oscar for her role in 2025 in a dress by Vaccarello, exemplifying how brands have expanded its relationship with film past ambassadorial roles.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 15 Jan. 2026
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
The former won an Oscar for her role in 2025 in a dress by Vaccarello, exemplifying how brands have expanded its relationship with film past ambassadorial roles.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplifying
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Fox News Digital reporting captures this tense cultural moment, illustrating the mixed public sentiment and skepticism surrounding AI's growing footprint in daily life.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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The shot of the car hurtling off the cliff is one of cinema’s most enduring images, illustrating unbreakable friendship, victory and freedom.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
Verb
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According to Bette, the current cycle is demonstrating a similar pattern where demand is deferred rather than destroyed.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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Over the years, the awards have at once become a snapshot of the most important reporting on the free press while also demonstrating that press’ power; the country’s top journalism institutions are among those typically feted.—
THR Staff,
HollywoodReporter,
11 May 2026
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“Exemplifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplifying. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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