Such as
conjunction
Used to introduce example(s) of something that has been mentioned.
There are several ways to order a meal, such as speaking directly to a waiter or using an app.
Often appears as...
- items such as
- examples such as
conjunction
Used to show something is possible by giving a specific instance or example.
There are a lot of animals at the zoo, such as elephants, lions and giraffes.
Often appears as...
- animals such as
- foods such as
conjunction
Used to introduce example(s) of something that has been mentioned.
There are several ways to order a meal, such as speaking directly to a waiter or using an app.
Often appears as...
- items such as
- examples such as
conjunction
Used to show something is possible by giving a specific instance or example.
There are a lot of animals at the zoo, such as elephants, lions and giraffes.
Often appears as...
- animals such as
- foods such as
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Subject Relevance
Use 'such as' to list examples relevant to the subject you're discussing.
We can save energy in many ways, such as turning off lights when not in use.
Pro Tip 2/3Non-Exhaustive List
'Such as' implies the list is not comprehensive; there are other examples too.
There are many fruits rich in vitamin C, such as oranges and strawberries.
Pro Tip 3/3Emphasizing Examples
Use 'such as' to emphasize the examples that specifically illustrate your point.
Sports requiring teamwork, such as soccer and basketball, improve social skills.
Pro Tip 1/3Subject Relevance
Use 'such as' to list examples relevant to the subject you're discussing.
We can save energy in many ways, such as turning off lights when not in use.
Pro Tip 2/3Non-Exhaustive List
'Such as' implies the list is not comprehensive; there are other examples too.
There are many fruits rich in vitamin C, such as oranges and strawberries.
Pro Tip 3/3Emphasizing Examples
Use 'such as' to emphasize the examples that specifically illustrate your point.
Sports requiring teamwork, such as soccer and basketball, improve social skills.
Pro Tip 1/3Subject Relevance
Use 'such as' to list examples relevant to the subject you're discussing.
We can save energy in many ways, such as turning off lights when not in use.
Pro Tip 2/3Non-Exhaustive List
'Such as' implies the list is not comprehensive; there are other examples too.
There are many fruits rich in vitamin C, such as oranges and strawberries.
Pro Tip 3/3Emphasizing Examples
Use 'such as' to emphasize the examples that specifically illustrate your point.
Sports requiring teamwork, such as soccer and basketball, improve social skills.
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