example
- noun
- /ɪɡˈzæmpəl/
- 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.
- But that's just an example, a production example and a way to solve that problem.
- You guys will have examples of that today, huh?
Examples
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Let me give you an example.
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A variety of K-12 choral, instrumental, and general music examples is included.
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And then here it gives you an example so you can learn.
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We'll work out some examples and use it next time.
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Just one little example to show you what I mean.
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Okay, now you have to give an example of it in a sentence.
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I'll give you an example.
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Common Core Standards are discussed, with examples provided for elementary general music experiences.
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The standard textbook example is this mass and spring.
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Using our ABA form example, let's say the teacher just finished explaining what rondo form is.
Academic text (2008)
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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.