in this/that/one instance
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referring to a specific case or situation
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Examples (10)
- In one instance, several people had their phones stolen.
- It is not always helpful to draw analogies, but in this instance it is useful.
- I remember a case where in that instance, the decision was overturned.
- The rule usually applies, but in this instance, an exception was made.
- We need to understand why in that instance the system failed.
- Could you explain what happened in this instance more clearly?
- Normally, I wouldn't agree, but in this instance, I think you're right.
- The procedure was followed correctly in that instance, yet the outcome was unexpected.
- He failed once, but in this instance, he succeeded.
- What would you do in that instance if the power went out?