linking phrase · neutral
as an example
UK/æz æn ɪɡˈzɑːmpəl/US/æz æn ɪɡˈzæmpəl/as·an·ex·AM·ple
used to introduce an example, usually placed before a clause or phrase that illustrates the point
Examples
“Many communities have adapted to climate change; as an example, farmers have adjusted planting dates.”
“Technology has changed learning methods; as an example, students can now access lectures online anytime.”
“Public spaces are being reused creatively; as an example, vacant lots become community gardens.”
Band 8 sentence
“In policy discussions, as an example, the introduction of congestion charges in several cities has demonstrably reduced central traffic.”
Collocations
- as an example, + clause
- used at the start of a sentence with a comma
Word family
Common mistakes
as example→as an example
As an example the teacher showed...→As an example, the teacher showed...
Say it for a higher band
5like→6for instance→7+as an example
Synonyms
for instance
Easily confused
for instance
“Many cities are improving cycling infrastructure; for instance, Copenhagen expanded bike lanes significantly.”
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In Examples
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