instance — a particular case or example of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a particular case or example of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪnstəns/
Example Sentences
- My teacher gave pizza as an instance of a circle in real life, but I was too hungry to focus on geometry.
- This is a perfect instance of why we should always read the manual first.
- For instance, when my mom says 'we'll see,' it's actually an instance of parental rejection disguised as hope.
instance
NOUN[/ˈɪnstəns/]
a particular case or example of something
The teacher gave one clear instance of kindness from the students' week.
Every dance instance bridges the distance
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'instance' meaning urgency or persistence, derived from Latin 'instantia' (a standing upon, insistence), from 'instans' (present, urgent), the present participle of 'instare' (to stand upon, press upon).
Breakdown
in- (in, on) + -stance (from Latin 'stare', to stand) = instance (a standing in/upon; a particular occurrence or example)
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📝Examples
“My teacher gave pizza as an instance of a circle in real life, but I was too hungry to focus on geometry.”
“This is a perfect instance of why we should always read the manual first.”
“For instance, when my mom says 'we'll see,' it's actually an instance of parental rejection disguised as hope.”
“At the doctor's instance, she decided to quit smoking.”
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