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GrammarJLPT N3

such ... as

Conjunction

Also written as 〜と言った

Definitions

1. such ... as
2. or some such

This expression is used to give examples, similar to "such as" or "like" in English. It typically follows a list of nouns to indicate they are representative examples rather than an exhaustive list.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

Things like hope and courage — even small amounts are probably fine.

Sentence 2

For some reason, all I keep thinking about is stuff like failures and regrets.

Sentence 3

I read things like books and magazines.

Sentence 4

I often see animals such as dogs and cats at the park nearby.

Sentence 5

Someday I want to take things like freedom and peace for granted.