1. | ~ (of sth) 实例；例证；例子something such as an object, a fact or a situation that shows, explains or supports what you say |
Can you give me an example of what you mean? 你能给我举个实例来解释你的意思吗？ | |
This dictionary has many examples of how words are used. 这部词典有许多关于词语用法的示例。 | |
Just to give you an example of his generosity─he gave me his old car and wouldn't take any money for it. 且给你举个例子来说明他的慷慨吧 — 他把他的旧汽车给了我，而且分文不取。 | |
It is important to cite examples to support your argument. 引用实例来证明你的论点是重要的。 |
2. | ~ (of sth) 典型；范例；样品a thing that is typical of or represents a particular group or set |
This is a good example of the artist's early work. 这是这位艺术家早期作品的范例。 | |
It is a perfect example of a medieval castle. 这是最典型的中世纪城堡。 | |
Japan is often quoted as the prime example of a modern industrial nation. 人们经常举例把日本作为现代工业国家的典范。 | |
It is a classic example of how not to design a new city centre. 这对于如何设计新市中心是个绝佳的反面教材。 |
3. | 榜样；楷模；模范a person or their behaviour that is thought to be a good model for others to copy |
Her courage is an example to us all. 她的勇气是我们大家的榜样。 | |
He sets an example to the other students. 他为其他同学树立了榜样。 | |
She is a shining example of what people with disabilities can achieve. 她为残疾人有所作为树立了光辉的榜样。 | |
He is a captain who leads by example . 他是个以身作则的队长。 |
4. | 样板；榜样a person's behaviour, either good or bad, that other people copy |
It would be a mistake to follow his example . 仿效他的做法是错误的。 |
