Word Image
plural: instances
Part Of Speech
noun
Word Meaning
a particular point or step in an action or process; a case or an occurrence
Word Family
instanced
instant
instantly
instantaneous
Sentences
This is just one instance of a larger problem in the company.
In most instances, the medication is not needed for full recovery.
The computer program crashed after an unexpected instance of data corruption.
This moment was a perfect instance of serendipity.
He gave several instances to illustrate his point.
The setting sun was a breathtaking instance of nature’s beauty.
I think my poem captured a fleeting instance of human emotion.
Scientists recorded several instances of the rare bird’s mating behavior.
I recognized your face almost instantly!
His joyful reaction was nearly instantaneous when she came into the room.
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