| 单词 | instance |
| 释义 | instance instance /ˈɪn.stəns/ verb [T] UK FORMAL ↑Verb Endings for instance ► F0 to give something as an example: » She argued the need for legal reform and instanced several recent cases with grossly unfair verdicts.Thesaurus+: ↑Typifying, illustrating and exemplifying , ↑Meaning and significance instance /ˈɪn.stəns/ noun [C] ► C1 a particular situation, event, or fact, especially an example of something that happens generally: » There have been several instances of violence at the school.» I don't usually side with the management, but in this instance I agree with what they're saying.Thesaurus+: ↑Samples and examplesWord Builder:–Nouns: instance, instant–Adjectives: instant, instantaneous–Adverbs: instantly, instantaneously• • • Extra Examples:» There have already been several instances of deadly violence in the past few weeks involving returning refugees.» He noted that there have been instances in earthquakes when survivors were found after days of looking.» Over a third of women who replied to the questionnaire cited instances of sexual harassment in the workplace.» These companies don't have the people resources; in certain instances, they don't have the expertise.» Over 20 instances of sexual misconduct are currently being investigated. |
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