instance and instants - the difference

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INSTANCE / INSTANTS

 
An instance is an example. An instant is moment of time.
 


Instance

The noun instance means an occurrence or an example.

Examples:

This is another instance of Mark's poor behaviour. 

Take a look at his latest project for instance.

Instants

The word instants is the plural of instant, which means a moment of time.

Examples:

The light bulb lasted no longer than a few instants.

A couple of instants after the lightning, a deafening thunder roared above our heads.
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