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   In·stance

   /ˈinst(ə)ns/

   

   noun

   • 1. an example or single occurrence of something: "a serious instance of corruption" Similar exampleoccasionoccurrencecaserepresentative casetypical casecase in pointillustrationspecimensampleexemplarexemplification
   • ▪ a particular case: "in this instance it mattered little"

   verb

   • 1. cite (a fact, case, etc.) as an example: "here he instances in particular the work of Bach"

   Word Origin Middle English: via Old French from Latin instantia ‘presence, urgency’, from instare ‘be present, press upon’, from in- ‘upon’ + stare ‘to stand’. The original sense was ‘urgency, urgent entreaty’, surviving in at the instance of. In the late 16th century the word denoted a particular case cited to disprove a general assertion, derived from medieval Latin instantia ‘example to the contrary’ (translating Greek enstasis ‘objection’); hence the meaning ‘single occurrence’.

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   Definitions of instance. noun. an item of information that is typical of a class or group. synonyms: example, illustration, representative. see more. noun. an occurrence of something. “another instance occurred yesterday”. synonyms: case, example.

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   3 days ago · SYNONYMY NOTE: instance refers to a person, thing, or event that is adduced to prove or support a general statement [here is an instance of his sincerity]; case 1 is applied to any happening or condition that demonstrates the general existence or occurrence of something [a case of mistaken identity]; example is applied to something that is ...

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   noun. /ˈɪnstəns/ a particular example or case of something The report highlights a number of instances of injustice. In most instances, there will be no need for further treatment. I would normally suggest taking time off work, but in this instance I'm not sure that would do any good. Thesaurus. Definitions on the go.

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   Definition of instance noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   noun. uk / ˈɪnstəns / us. for instance. Add to word list. B1. for example: Many teenagers earn money, for instance by babysitting or cleaning cars. [ C ] an example of a particular type of event, situation, or behaviour: There have been several instances of violence in the school.

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   Feb 2, 2024 · Noun [ edit] instance (plural instances) ( obsolete) Urgency of manner or words; an urgent request; insistence. [14th–19th c.] ( obsolete) A token; a sign; a symptom or indication. ( obsolete) That which is urgent; motive. ( obsolete) A piece of evidence; a proof or sign (of something). [16th–18th c.] Occasion; order of occurrence.

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   noun. a case or occurrence of anything: fresh instances of oppression. an example put forth in proof or illustration: to cite a few instances.