instance

Universal Words noun, verb noun a particular example or case of sth: The report highlights a number of instances of injustice. * In most instances, there will be no need for further treatment. * I would normally suggest taking time off work, but in this instance I'm not sure that would do any good. IDIOMS for instance for example: What would you do, for instance, if you found a member of staff stealing? in the first instance (formal) as the first part of a series of actions: In the first instance, notify the police and then contact your insurance company. verb [VN] (formal) to give sth as an example: I refer to the situation instanced above.