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sample

noun B1 Neutral

Meaning

A sample is a small part of something that is used to show what the whole is like.
💡 Don't confuse "sample" with "simple"; they have different meanings.

Example Sentences

Can I see a sample before I buy the product ?
Can you give me a sample of the new product ?
I took a sample of the soup to taste it .
The sample did not show any signs of damage .

Word in Context

Mark went to the small market to buy some cheese . A seller gave him a small sample so he could taste it before he bought anything . He liked the flavour and asked where the cheese came from . The seller said it was made on a nearby farm and gave simple tips about how to store it at home . Mark decided to buy a block and walked home , happy with his choice .

Common Phrases

sample size sample group take a sample

Synonyms

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