instance

/'instəns/
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instance

This patient provides a typical instance of the syndrome.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • A specific example or case of something: An "instance" is a single occurrence or a particular example that represents a general type, class, or situation.
    • A particular situation or event: It can refer to a specific happening or circumstance.

  2. Verb:

    • To cite as an example; to illustrate by giving a specific case: The verb form means to use a particular case or example to clarify or prove a point.
Usage Examples

  • Noun:

    • This is a clear instance of poor communication.
    • In this instance, we decided to make an exception to the rule.
    • There have been several instances of vandalism in the park this month.

  • Verb (less common, formal):

    • The report instances three major failures in the system.
    • He instanced the recent merger as proof of the company's aggressive strategy.
Advanced Usage
  • "For instance": This is a very common phrase used to introduce a specific example.
    • Many fruits are high in vitamin C; for instance, oranges and strawberries.
  • "In the first instance": This phrase means "in the first place" or "as a first step."
    • In the first instance, you should contact customer support.
  • "At the instance of (someone)": This formal phrase means "at the request or suggestion of (someone)."
    • The inquiry was launched at the instance of the chairman.
Variants and Related Words
  • Instantiation (n): The process of representing an abstract concept with a concrete example, or the creation of an instance of a class in object-oriented programming.
    • The instantiation of the object failed due to a memory error.
Synonyms
  • Noun: Example, case, occurrence, occasion, illustration, specimen.
  • Verb: Cite, quote, mention, adduce, exemplify.
Related Phrases
  • Case in point: A relevant example or illustration of something being discussed.
    • His dedication is a case in point; he worked all weekend to finish the project.
instance

This patient provides a typical instance of the syndrome.

Noun
  1. an item of information that is typical of a class or group
    • this patient provides a typical example of the syndrome
    • there is an example on page 10
  2. an occurrence of something
    • it was a case of bad judgment
    • another instance occurred yesterday
    • but there is always the famous example of the Smiths
Verb
  1. clarify by giving an example of

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