set an example
set an example — idiom
1. to act as a model so others know the right way to do something
to act as a model so others know the right way to do something
The team captain set an example by arriving early for every practice.
set an example by + -ing
Parents can set an example for children by speaking respectfully.
set an example for + people
The manager recycled her own notes to set an example in the office.
If leaders ignore the rules, they set a poor example for everyone else.
- be a role model
focuses on being someone others can look up to
- lead by example
often used for leaders who show the desired behavior themselves
- set a bad example
show behavior that others should not copy
文法句型
set an example
set an example for + noun
set an example by + -ing
用法筆記
This phrase is often positive, but it can also be used with words such as poor, bad, or good to judge the kind of behavior being shown.
常見錯誤
Incorrect: 'set an example to do homework.' Correct: 'set an example by doing homework.' Use 'by + -ing' to describe the behavior.