instance

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instance /ˈɪnstəns/ noun

plural instances

instance

/ˈɪnstəns/

noun

plural instances

Learner's definition of INSTANCE

[count]

: an example of a particular type of action or situation : an occasion of something happening例子；事例；情况

an instance of great courage非凡勇气的例子
These delays are just another instance of bureaucratic inefficiency.这些延误只不过是官僚主义效率低下的又一个例证。
We have seen too many instances [=cases] in which poor families have had to leave their homes.我们已看到太多穷困家庭不得不背井离乡的事例。
In most instances the disease can be controlled by medication.在多数情况下，这种疾病可以用药物治疗控制。
They have decided not to oppose the decision in this instance.这种情况下他们已决定不反对此决议。

for instance

: as an example : for example例如；比如

Lack of insurance is a problem for a lot of older people, like my grandmother, for instance.没有养老保险困扰着很多老年人，我的祖母便是其中之一。
Now, take this car, for instance.现在就以这辆车为例。

formal

: before other events happen : as the first thing in a series of actions首先

You will be seen in the first instance by your own doctor who may then send you to a specialist.首先你的家庭医生会看你的病，然后他/她可能推荐你去看专家门诊。