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an example to me vs an example for me

"An example to me" and "an example for me" are usable English phrases, but they are used in different contexts. "An example to me" is used when something serves as a model or illustration for the speaker, while "an example for me" is typically used when something is provided as a demonstration or illustration for the benefit of the speaker.

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Last updated: September 17, 2024 • 18518 views

an example to me

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when something serves as a model or illustration for the speaker.

Examples:

Seeing how she handled the situation was an example to me of grace under pressure.

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Jun 29, 2007 ... An example: "To me it would seem more convenient to work from home, but I can understand the need to go to an office ever day." It's a subtle ...
He is an example to me and to my younger brother, too. I admire him because he has been a good son, brother, friend, and nowadays he has become a good ...
Really, every woman is an example to me, because as women we go through so much pain. We have to live this perfect life when we are messed up inside.
Mar 1, 2015 ... This fine Christian man was such an example to me that just because you are an expert in the field of theology it doesn't mean that you have to ...

Alternatives:

an illustration for me
a model for me

an example for me

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when something is provided as a demonstration or illustration for the benefit of the speaker.

Examples:

Could you please give me an example for me to understand the concept better?

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More context would help, but you would say "Here's an example for you" or "Do you have an example for me?" OR I guess you could say "Please give an ...
You always have shown me love and set an example for me on how to treat people. Like I've always said if I could pick a dad it would be you. I love you and ...
My mother set an example for me of God's love and care in the midst of confusion and fear. She had been unwillingly detached from her intelligence, her ...
Thanks, Mom, for not only being an example for me, but for helping me set the foundation for who I am – and supporting me to make it to places you had never ...

Alternatives:

a demonstration for me
an illustration for me

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