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Definition
A model essay used as an exemplary text for students to study and reference.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to texts provided by teachers or textbooks as a standard for students to emulate in their own writing. It carries an implication of academic structure and formal language that students are expected to replicate in exams. While it literally means a model text, it is almost exclusively used in the context of school assignments or standardized testing.
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The teacher told us to memorize this model essay.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a general example or sample, as it specifically implies a high-quality piece of writing meant for study rather than just a random illustration.
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Grammar guides
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