such as

idiom

—used to introduce an example or series of examples

You will need some form of identification, such as a driver's license.

"I have my reasons for not wanting to go." "Such as?"

: of the specified kind

In cases such as this (one), it's best to be cautious.

Questions such as the one you've asked are difficult to answer.

Examples of such as in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The remodeled design will be much larger so that the staff can serve patients with additional on-site services such as X-rays, mammograms and ultrasounds. —

Lauren J. Mapp, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2024 The e-Boutique concept introduces innovative conveniences such as mobile check-in/check-out, digital concierge services, and smart lock technology. —

Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2024 According to new data from credit reporting agency TransUnion, these higher costs matched with their entry-level salaries have forced young Americans born between 1997 and 2012 to rely much more often on expensive forms of revolving lines of debt—such as credit cards—to make ends meet. —

Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 8 May 2024 Volkow said children who lose a parent to an overdose face a higher risk of health and social issues such as substance abuse and mental health challenges. —

Ken Alltucker, USA TODAY, 8 May 2024 Guests were treated to an unforgettable evening of luxury and sophistication with infamous fashion houses such as Cartier, Prada, Chanel, and more. —

Dominique Fluker, Essence, 8 May 2024 Problems with defective wind turbines at Siemens Energy’s Gamesa unit have weighed on the company for years, overshadowing strong results in other units such as gas and grid technology. —

Wilfried Eckl-Dorna, Fortune Europe, 8 May 2024 Tickets for all remaining shows are now available on Live Nation, in addition to other resale sites such as Stubhub, Vivid Seats and Seat Geek. —

Anna Tingley, Variety, 8 May 2024 Kismet has every conceivable amenity, too, such as two Jacuzzi, a pool with a swim-up bar, an outdoor cinema, an indoor cinema, and an underwater viewing lounge. —

Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 May 2024

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