such
/sʌʧ/such
ADJECTIVEDefinition of such
Such a person or thing is that same kind that was mentioned before.
Example: There are times when the father is unknown. One such case happened recently. (= "when the father is unknown")
You use such as or such... as to give one or more examples.
Example: We always had pets, such as cats, dogs, and birds.
You use such to emphasize a description.
Example: My son had a party. You've never seen such a nice group of kids.
such
EXAMPLESExamples of such
There are times when the father is unknown. One such case happened recently. (= "when the father is unknown")
Example sentenceA good teacher can usually be recognized as such. (= "as a good teacher")
Example sentenceWe always had pets, such as cats, dogs, and birds.
Example sentenceThis includes such costs as bus tickets, groceries, and restaurant meals.
Example sentenceMy son had a party. You've never seen such a nice group of kids.
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