example to vs example for

Both 'example to' and 'example for' are commonly used phrases in English, but they are used in different contexts. 'Example to' is used when presenting an example that supports or illustrates a point, while 'example for' is used when indicating the purpose or intended audience of the example.

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example to

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'example to' when presenting an example that supports or illustrates a point. It is often used in sentences like 'Here is an example to illustrate my point.'

Examples:

Here is an example to demonstrate the concept.
Can you provide an example to clarify your argument?

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Let yang be an example to all of you.
Let me give just you an example to back up that last statement.
In this sense Ukon is an example to follow.
Practical help to poor, sick and needy has become an example to imitate.
May they be an example to everyone.
So let me go from an example to something very specific and personal.
You stand as a shining example to your comrades...
Her learning is an example to us all.
Mrs. Smolensky should have been an example to them.
We set an example to the rest of society.
You are an example to us all.
It was an example to us all.
Their way of life was an example to his family.
As an example to the other men.
Your altruism is an example to us all.
She should be an example to you all.
You're an example to us all.
You're an example to us all.
You've set an example to everybody.
Emily's behaviour is an example to you all.

Alternatives:

Here is an illustration of the concept.
Can you give an example that supports your argument?

example for

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'example for' when indicating the purpose or intended audience of the example. It is often used in sentences like 'This is an example for beginners.'

Examples:

This is an example for students learning English.
Can you provide an example for the new employees?

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Set an example for all Terrans.
Ghislaine, you must set an example for the children.
Another example for applications in wind energy is power measurement.
I am not exactly the best example for healthy grieving.
But now you have to set an example for someone else.
Because I'm not being a good example for Lux.
It'd set a bad example for the other girls.
Vietnam represents a dangerous example for other small countries in the world.
A great example for our members!
You-you set an example for your brother, now.
You're certainly setting a good example for her.
He is an example for us all.
And thus we set an example for the world.
You are setting a wonderful example for Benjamin.
Make an example for the younger guys.
Hell, I'm an example for mothers everywhere now.
Perhaps beginning your journey anew could set an example for others who have found themselves lost.
Let me be an example for you.
They want to set an example for everyone.
Your father said it was a perfect example for the future.

Alternatives:

This is an example intended for beginners.
Can you give an example that is suitable for the new employees?

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