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    Default For instance virsus For example

    How are you?
    I would like to know the difference between 'For instance' and 'For example', and if I can use them interchangeably.

    Thank you

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    Default Re: For instance virsus For example

    Quote Originally Posted by zaed_salah View Post
    How are you?
    I would like to know the difference between 'For instance' and 'For example', and if I can use them interchangeably.

    Thank you
    For me there is no difference. You can use as you wish.

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    Default Re: For instance virsus For example

    I do not know!!, I see ' for instance' is more academic or somewhat formal , am I right?

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    Default Re: For instance virsus For example

    I agree with Harry. I don't see a difference.

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