such as
idiom
1
—used to introduce an example or series of examples
You will need some form of identification, such as a driver's license.
"I have my reasons for not wanting to go." "Such as?"
2
: of the specified kind
In cases such as this (one), it's best to be cautious.
Questions such as the one you've asked are difficult to answer.
Examples of such as in a Sentence
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During negotiations, focus not only on the monetary compensation but also on other aspects of the job that are important to you, such as flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, or additional perks.
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Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 8 May 2024
Chinese content also made significant strides, particularly on freemium platforms such as including WeTV, Viu and iQiyi, and across multiple markets.
—Patrick Frater, Variety, 7 May 2024
Get in the basement and under some kind of sturdy protection such as a heavy table or work bench.
—Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 7 May 2024
Drone delivery proponents such as Rodriguez tout its potential to take vehicles—and the emissions and accidents that come with them—off the road.
—Paresh Dave, WIRED, 7 May 2024
Many of the students who were injured, some of whom were hospitalized with their wounds, have gone to groups such as the Council on American-Islamic Relations for Southern California but haven’t spoken with campus police.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2024
On others, such as Sonoma, San Francisco and Dominguez Hills, university administration has expressed willingness to meet with student activists who did make demands.
—Jenavieve Hatch and, Sacramento Bee, 7 May 2024
In addition to Rowland, viewers can also see notable figures such as Lil Wayne and more.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 7 May 2024
If not, a trade down with a team such as the New York Giants, the Minnesota Vikings or the Las Vegas Raiders could be in play.
—Phil Helsel, NBC News, 26 Apr. 2024
Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 8 May 2024
Chinese content also made significant strides, particularly on freemium platforms such as including WeTV, Viu and iQiyi, and across multiple markets.
—Patrick Frater, Variety, 7 May 2024
Get in the basement and under some kind of sturdy protection such as a heavy table or work bench.
—Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 7 May 2024
Drone delivery proponents such as Rodriguez tout its potential to take vehicles—and the emissions and accidents that come with them—off the road.
—Paresh Dave, WIRED, 7 May 2024
Many of the students who were injured, some of whom were hospitalized with their wounds, have gone to groups such as the Council on American-Islamic Relations for Southern California but haven’t spoken with campus police.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2024
On others, such as Sonoma, San Francisco and Dominguez Hills, university administration has expressed willingness to meet with student activists who did make demands.
—Jenavieve Hatch and, Sacramento Bee, 7 May 2024
In addition to Rowland, viewers can also see notable figures such as Lil Wayne and more.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 7 May 2024
If not, a trade down with a team such as the New York Giants, the Minnesota Vikings or the Las Vegas Raiders could be in play.
—Phil Helsel, NBC News, 26 Apr. 2024
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“Such as.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/such%20as. Accessed 11 May. 2024.
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