Collocation
give an example
Definition
to provide a specific instance to explain or illustrate something
'give an example' is a common English collocation. to provide a specific instance to explain or illustrate something
give + an example (of + noun/gerund/clause)
“Can you give an example of what you mean?”
Examples
- Can you _____ an example of a healthy breakfast?
- The teacher asked us to _____ an example to support our opinion.
- Could you _____ an example of how this app helps you study?
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- She _____ an example from her own experience to explain the problem.
- Please _____ an example of a time you solved a difficult conflict at work.
- If you _____ an example, the instructions will be much clearer.
- The article _____ an example of how small habits can lead to big changes.
- During the interview, he was asked to _____ an example showing leadership under pressure.
- Rather than speaking in general terms, _____ an example that illustrates your main point.
More verb + noun phrases
- make an effort to try hard to do something, especially when it requires extra energy or commitment
- make a choice to decide between options
- make a phone call to call someone using a telephone
- make an appointment to arrange a specific time to meet someone, especially a professional such as a doctor or dentist
- make a complaint to formally say that you are unhappy with a service, product, or situation and want it dealt with