make an example of sb

Examples (10)

• The teacher made an example of him by suspending him from school.
• To deter cheating, the university decided to make an example of the students involved.
• The sergeant threatened to make an example of the next recruit who disobeyed an order.
• The judge made an example of the corrupt official by giving him the maximum sentence.
• An example was made of the employee who leaked confidential information.
• If you break the rules, they will not hesitate to make an example of you.
• The king made an example of the traitors to quell any thoughts of rebellion.
• The company has made an example of several employees for misusing company funds.
• She was afraid her boss would make an example of her for a minor mistake.
• Let's make an example of the first person to violate the new safety protocol to show we're serious.