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as in classic
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
as a hospital volunteer you have given exemplary service to your community
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as in warning
serving as or offering a warning
armies have traditionally used public execution as an exemplary punishment for the crime of desertion
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Recent Examples of exemplary
Also credit the offensive line, which was again exemplary.
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Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 7 Dec. 2025
Le reaffirms its commitment to the essential principles of exemplary conduct and respect for the collective framework.
—Nnamdi Onyeagwara, New York Times, 3 Dec. 2025
As much as Prime Video has done an exemplary job of its Thursday Night Football stewardship, the fact remains that Amazon’s future-proofing of a largely uncherished secondary window has coincided with a decline in overall reach.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 21 Nov. 2025
Smith was nominated for his exemplary leadership in the classroom, on the field and throughout his community.
—Kenya Anderson, Nashville Tennessean, 21 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplary
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Look for classic chocolate and vanilla cones, plus cereal milk ice cream and other specialty flavors.—
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Buckter guided her toward a palette where the colors relate to one another in a classic way, the kind that instantly reads as San Francisco.—
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The bureau also will post more warning notices at 750 livestock sale facilities and review other potential changes to federal regulations.—
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In response, statistical authorities around the world could do little but issue warning press releases.—
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But the Red Sox destroyed and ended their relationship with their only true power hitter and proven winner for a player who, though an undeniably excellent addition, was here for 117 total games.—
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Transition metal fluorides are widely regarded as promising cathode materials because of their high theoretical voltages and excellent thermal stability.—
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Around Austin, bars have stepped up, building nonalcoholic menus that feel intentional, not punitive — and certainly not like a kid’s menu for adults.—
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The Falcons could restructure Cousins’ deal, but that would only add more possible punitive effects in the future.—
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The guest capacity of 3,246 feels delightfully low considering the mind-blowing variety of venues, including nine superb specialty restaurants (love a good steakhouse at sea) and seven that are winners even without an upcharge.—
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The Sofia, by Vagabond Haven, is a superb example of clever space-saving design.—
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For years, however, the Sabres have been the Baba Yaga that skeptics of rebuilding through the draft have been able to point to as a cautionary tale.—
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Venezuela has become a cautionary tale.—
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Together, these innovations position the D19 not only as a high-performance SUV but also as a vehicle engineered for exceptional control and confidence in a variety of driving conditions.—
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The Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes Waubonsee graduates who demonstrate exceptional achievement and meaningful, ongoing contributions to their professions, communities and alma mater, the release said.—
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Complete with zip pockets, a continuous drawstring loop, and reflective properties, these leggings are perfect for hiking, jogging, and other outdoor activities.—
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The 1-liter purse’s faux fur exterior feels cozy against the skin and is ideal for winter styling, according to Lululemon shoppers who give it a near-perfect rating.—
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“Exemplary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplary. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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