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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However, other stars such as Whoopi Goldberg and actress Patricia Heaton have publicly defended Butker’s right to say them.
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Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 20 May 2024
The high demand to shoot in Malta is welcome but also brings a series of new issues, such as a hike in prices and a shortage of crew.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 20 May 2024
In addition, 23 were in the clinical or borderline clinical range for behaviors directed at others, such as shouting in a classroom or attacking other kids, and 32 were deemed at least borderline clinical for a combination of inward and outward problems.
—Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2024
According to the study, the presence at the site of plant processing tools such as grinding stones, as well as a higher incidence of dental cavities and periodontal diseases, supports the predominance of plant foods in the Iberomaurusians' diet.
—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 19 May 2024
Be sure to use a kettlebell correctly, such as using one with a weight that works for you, to prevent injuries.
—Rozalynn S. Frazier, Health, 19 May 2024
This requires an extra step, such as getting a code on your phone or from an app, but this will make your accounts harder to compromise.
—Liz Weston, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2024
Providing on-the-go data insights for every property in the US, the app delivers crucial prospecting information such as building details, lot information, loan data, and tax details.
—Sacramento Bee, 19 May 2024
Issues such as investing more in child care assistance programs and doing more to provide safe, affordable housing for homeless people made the list.
—Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 19 May 2024
Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 20 May 2024
The high demand to shoot in Malta is welcome but also brings a series of new issues, such as a hike in prices and a shortage of crew.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 20 May 2024
In addition, 23 were in the clinical or borderline clinical range for behaviors directed at others, such as shouting in a classroom or attacking other kids, and 32 were deemed at least borderline clinical for a combination of inward and outward problems.
—Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2024
According to the study, the presence at the site of plant processing tools such as grinding stones, as well as a higher incidence of dental cavities and periodontal diseases, supports the predominance of plant foods in the Iberomaurusians' diet.
—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 19 May 2024
Be sure to use a kettlebell correctly, such as using one with a weight that works for you, to prevent injuries.
—Rozalynn S. Frazier, Health, 19 May 2024
This requires an extra step, such as getting a code on your phone or from an app, but this will make your accounts harder to compromise.
—Liz Weston, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2024
Providing on-the-go data insights for every property in the US, the app delivers crucial prospecting information such as building details, lot information, loan data, and tax details.
—Sacramento Bee, 19 May 2024
Issues such as investing more in child care assistance programs and doing more to provide safe, affordable housing for homeless people made the list.
—Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 19 May 2024
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“Such as.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/such%20as. Accessed 23 May. 2024.
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