An example of the way to stand (8)

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instance

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'an example' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for instance that I've seen before include "Cite as an example" , "'Example, illustration (8)'" , "Exemplify" , "Case or example from ancients" , "An insect (anag.)" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish News.

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