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instance

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noun

in·​stance ˈin(t)-stən(t)s How to pronounce instance (audio)
1
: a step, stage, or situation viewed as part of a process or series of events
prefers, in this instance, to remain anonymous The Times Literary Supplement (London)
2
: the institution and prosecution of a lawsuit : suit
3
a
: an individual illustrative of a category or brought forward in support or disproof of a generalization
b
archaic : exception
c
obsolete : token, sign
4
a
: instigation, request
am writing to you at the instance of my client
b
archaic : urgent or earnest solicitation
c
obsolete : an impelling cause or motive

instance

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verb

instanced; instancing

transitive verb

1
: to illustrate or demonstrate by an instance
2
: to mention as a case or example : cite
Phrases
for instance \ fə-​ˈrin(t)-​stən(t)s How to pronounce instance (audio) , ˈfrin(t)-​ \
: as an instance or example
older people, like my grandmother, for instance

Synonyms

Noun

Verb

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instance, case, illustration, example, sample, specimen mean something that exhibits distinguishing characteristics in its category.

instance applies to any individual person, act, or thing that may be offered to illustrate or explain.

an instance of history repeating itself

case is used to direct attention to a real or assumed occurrence or situation that is to be considered, studied, or dealt with.

a case of mistaken identity

illustration applies to an instance offered as a means of clarifying or illuminating a general statement.

a telling illustration of Murphy's Law

example applies to a typical, representative, or illustrative instance or case.

a typical example of bureaucratic waste

sample implies a part or unit taken at random from a larger whole and so presumed to be typical of its qualities.

show us a sample of your work

specimen applies to any example or sample whether representative or merely existent and available.

one of the finest specimens of the jeweler's art

Example Sentences

Noun an instance of great courage These delays are just another instance of bureaucratic inefficiency. In most instances the disease can be controlled by medication. They have decided not to oppose the decision in this instance. Verb instanced one particular incident as an illustration of their penchant for practical jokes instanced the latest astronomical research in her presentation on measuring star magnitude See More
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
For instance, some people with oily skin may need a stronger exfoliant on night one, and your dermatologist should be able to help with this and recommend a solid product. Maggie O'neill, SELF, 17 Sep. 2022 For instance, because Notre Dame’s offense controlled the clock, OSU’s defense did not play a lot of snaps in Week 1. Nathan Baird, cleveland, 16 Sep. 2022 For instance, Jimmy Buffett is playing there in October. Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2022 For instance, those who have been infected with the coronavirus would still need to mask up for a 10-day period after the start of symptoms or their first positive test, county officials say. Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2022 For instance, a wetter-than-average winter this year, which would supplement all the reservoirs in the Colorado River Basin, could negate the need for emergency releases. Rachel Ramirez, CNN, 16 Sep. 2022 For instance, the Prime Minister of Poland nominates the members of the International Auschwitz Council, the people who sort of advise and supervise what goes on at Auschwitz. Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 16 Sep. 2022 For instance, people of color had better outcomes after undergoing regular appointments to manage diabetes at their pharmacy. Ilisa Bg Bernstein And Paul W. Abramowitz, STAT, 16 Sep. 2022 For instance, excess steamed milk that won't fit in a latte or cappuccino will be chilled instead of discarded, so the kitchen staff can make ricotta. Carol Deptolla, Journal Sentinel, 16 Sep. 2022
Verb
For, instance the home to the putting surface of the fifth and 13th holes is 100 yards deep and at least 50 yards wide. Steve Dimeglio, USA TODAY, 9 July 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 4b

Verb

1601, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of instance was in the 14th century

Phrases Containing instance

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