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example

example

34 1.0
A practice problem to help you learn a rule
  • noun
  • /ɪɡˈzæmpəl/
translation icon : ejercicio
  • The teacher provided an example that demonstrated how to solve the equation step by step.
  • provide examples
  • include examples
  • present examples

But that's just an example, a production example and a way to solve that problem.

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Examples

  • Let me give you an example.

  • A variety of K-12 choral, instrumental, and general music examples is included.

    Academic text (2011)
  • And then here it gives you an example so you can learn.

  • We'll work out some examples and use it next time.

  • Just one little example to show you what I mean.

  • Okay, now you have to give an example of it in a sentence.

  • I'll give you an example.

  • Common Core Standards are discussed, with examples provided for elementary general music experiences.

    Academic text (2013)
  • The standard textbook example is this mass and spring.

  • Using our ABA form example, let's say the teacher just finished explaining what rondo form is.

    Academic text (2008)

Synonyms

problem
vsexample
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A question given to be solved, often in math or a test

focuses on showing a rule through an illustrative task rather than testing
exercise
vsexample
171 2.1

A task to practice or test a skill

illustrates a rule or shows how to apply it rather than practice

Idioms

1.0

To give an example that helps explain a point

Compounds

111 1.4

A person or thing that others should copy

A clear, typical case that shows the main idea

People use a punishment to show others not to do the same

How Difficult

challenge
3.1
to test
469 1.0
problem
1.2
example
34 1.0
practice
585 1.6
warm-up
35 2.7

Surface Forms

example singular
examples plural

Etymology

Example comes from the Latin exemplum, meaning a 'sample' or 'model' used for teaching. That's why in books an example can be an exercise or problem that shows how to do something and helps you practice.