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Examples of role model in a Sentence
Athletes should remember that they are role models.
Recent Examples on the Web
One practical approach is introducing girls to successful female role models in STEM—such as meeting a woman scientist—which can inspire confidence and interest.
—Kim Elsesser, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024
Mikaela Shiffrin, who grew up in Vail with Vonn as a role model, broke Stenmark’s record in 2023 and now stands at 97.
—John Meyer, The Denver Post, 9 Sep. 2024
The Software Toolworks, the developer behind the game, didn’t dispel this notion: Mavis had become the rare Black female role model in the computer-programming space and was reaching Black consumers in a way that other games had not.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 9 Sep. 2024
His former players describe him as a role model who took a deep interest in their futures.
—Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 5 Sep. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1947, in the meaning defined above
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“Role model.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/role%20model. Accessed 29 Sep. 2024.
Kids Definition
role model
noun
: a person whose behavior in a certain role is imitated by others
Medical Definition
role model
noun
: a person whose behavior in a particular role is imitated by others
watching our parents and other role models deal with conflict—Melody Beattie
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