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make an example of

The correct spelling is make an example of.

How to pronounce make an example of

verb

Say it like: Mak-e a-n e-xam-ple- of

The correct spelling is make an example of. To punish someone so as to give a warning to others. For example: "He made an example of the drunken sailor with twenty lashes, to show that he must have a sober crew."

Usage Examples

He made an example of the drunken sailor with twenty lashes, to show that he must have a sober crew.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To punish someone so as to give a warning to others.

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