instance

noun

An example that is cited to prove or invalidate a contention or illustrate a point. synonym: example.

noun

A case or an occurrence.

noun

A step in a process or series of events.

noun

A suggestion or request.

noun

Urgent solicitation or entreaty.

transitive verb

To offer as an example; cite.

transitive verb

To demonstrate or show by an example; exemplify.

idiom

(for instance) As an example; for example.