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Instance
Sounds like
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Simple meaning
What does Instance mean?
An instance is one example or case.
Dictionary definition
one example, case, or occurrence of something.
Example sentences
Instance in a sentence
easy
Can you give one instance of teamwork from the story?
medium
The chart showed each instance when the temperature changed.
hard
Writers often use a specific instance to support a larger idea.
Synonyms
Words like Instance
Antonyms
Opposite words
general ideaA broad idea rather than one example.
whole groupAll parts together, not one case.
Word family
Instance word family
Base word
instance
noun
instances
More than one instance; use as a word-family form, not a separate page.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does instance mean?
Instance means one example or case.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses instance correctly?
This sentence uses instance in a clear and meaningful context.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to instance?
Example is close to the meaning of instance in many contexts.
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