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INSTANCES

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Instances.

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Instances - as a noun

An occurrence of something

Example: "It was a case of bad judgment"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
case6example18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
happening17natural eventoccurrence16occurrent13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An item of information that is typical of a class or group

Example: "This patient provides a typical example of the syndrome"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
example18illustration12representative19
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
information16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Instances - as a verb

Clarify by giving an example of

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exemplify26illustrate10

Example Sentences

"There have been instances where people have lost their jobs due to economic downturns."
"In some instances, the defendant's alibi has proven to be false."
"The company implemented a new system to address instances of fraud."
"The school has had several instances of bullying reported this year."
"There are instances when the weather can affect the outcome of sporting events."
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Word Game Points

Is INSTANCES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, instances is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INSTANCES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is INSTANCES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, instances is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INSTANCES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is INSTANCES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, instances is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INSTANCES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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