Meaning of the word "set an example" in English
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set an example
US /set ən ɪɡˈzæm.pl̩/
UK /set ən ɪɡˈzæm.pl̩/
Phrase
1.
to behave in a way that other people should copy
Example:
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Parents should always set an example for their children.
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The team captain tried to set an example by working hard.
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