The phrase "a specific example is that" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when introducing a particular instance or illustration to clarify a point being made.
Example: "Many people struggle with time management; a specific example is that they often underestimate how long tasks will take."
Alternatives: "one specific instance is that" or "a particular example is that".
Finally, a specific example is presented that describes the application of the approach to a specific CNT composite system.
A specific example is described that relates to the health problems experienced by sheep farmers in the United Kingdom who are exposed to organophosphate-based pesticides.
Joyce's one specific example is that the diary of George Sodini, a Pittsburgh man who opened fire on women in a gym in retaliation for feeling rejected by women, was reposted online by the blogger "Angry Harry" as a wake-up call to the Western world that "it cannot continue to treat men so appallingly and get away with it".
Another genome specific example is that of probe pBO03 [24] which is part of the Atlantys-like element LTR from O. officinalis [CC].
One specific example is that PA, independent of CRF, is atheroprotective by improving lipoprotein subclass distribution, postprandial lipoprotein metabolism, inflammation, and endothelial function [ 19– 23].
A specific example is illuminating in disproving the theory that you can balance a trade deficit by crumbling your currency.
A specific example was a somatic mutation that alters the DNA-binding motif of transcription factor YY1 found in 14 patients with insulin-producing adenomas.
In order to ensure the understanding of our proposal, a specific example was created, along with sample pages that illustrate this methodology.
Marc Farley San Jose, CaliforniaSIR —The recent article regarding Barack Obama's campaign referred to his endorsement of the occasional "truly atrocious idea"; the only specific example was the suggestion that social workers and parole officers should be paid at the same rate.
His most specific example was a significantly changed policy toward Iran, one that would be equal parts carrot and stick.
