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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 judgment was notably forward-looking and turned out to be exemplary.
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Rabiot, 30, and Rowe, 22, both made telling contributions to Marseille’s impressive second-place finish in Ligue 1 last season, the former as an exemplary first-team regular, the latter as an impact substitute.
—Tom Williams, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2025
The pair's farm is within the Galloway and Southern Aryshire UNESCO Biosphere, an area recognized for its exemplary human-wildlife relations and sustainable practices.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2025
The estate is 100 percent organic and earned the first Conservation Commendation by the Nantucket Garden Club and Land Council, an honor reserved for properties that demonstrate exemplary environmental responsibility.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 22 Aug. 2025
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Rabiot, 30, and Rowe, 22, both made telling contributions to Marseille’s impressive second-place finish in Ligue 1 last season, the former as an exemplary first-team regular, the latter as an impact substitute.
—Tom Williams, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2025
The pair's farm is within the Galloway and Southern Aryshire UNESCO Biosphere, an area recognized for its exemplary human-wildlife relations and sustainable practices.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2025
The estate is 100 percent organic and earned the first Conservation Commendation by the Nantucket Garden Club and Land Council, an honor reserved for properties that demonstrate exemplary environmental responsibility.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 22 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplary
Adjective
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The classic Stern misdirect briefly confused listeners and leaned into the unfounded rumors that SiriusXM wasn't planning to renew Stern’s current five-year contract, which expires in December.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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The 12-piece line, featuring colorful plates, cups, candleholders, and a show-stopping spiral vase, reimagines classic Swedish holiday traditions with a fresh, joyful edge.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 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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But on a day when Mizzou amassed 595 total yards, converted 4 of 5 fourth downs and got an excellent effort from first-year starting quarterback Beau Pribula, surrendering possession had to fill Kansas followers with a sense of dread.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Sep. 2025
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The openings can keep your feet cool or give you an excellent way to show off some eye-catching socks once the weather get cooler.—
Isis Briones,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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In the spring, investors were worried the Department of Justice’s monopoly ruling meant that the search giant would be forced into a breakup that would be undoubtedly punitive, Cramer said.—
Julie Coleman,
CNBC,
8 Sep. 2025
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The suit, served on Sharp last week, seeks unspecified punitive and compensatory damages and reimbursement for attorney’s fees.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Ay, the superb slyness of that last response!—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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Kansas’ sixth-year man Jalon Daniels put superb touches on a pair of touchdown passes.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The plane, equipped with state-of-the-art technologies, offers exceptional performance and durability.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Sep. 2025
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Understanding the mechanics behind these exceptional arms can also be applied to neuroscience and could lead to more robots inspired by these adaptable creatures.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
11 Sep. 2025
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The reigning Olympic and world champion Lyles hasn’t been perfect in 2025, either.—
Cory Mull,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Adidas Gender Inclusive Samba OG Sneakers The Adidas Samba sneakers are one of the most popular styles from the brand and a perfect versatile shoe for fall.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
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Eaton has been bringing unique worship experiences to a variety of churches since 2010.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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Every pitcher is different and offers a unique look on the mound.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Exemplary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplary. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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