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The phrase "a terrible example" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that serves as a poor model or illustration of a particular point or behavior.
Example: "The way he handled the situation was a terrible example for the rest of the team to follow."
Alternatives: "a poor example" or "an awful example".
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"It's a terrible example," I said.
SH: That's a terrible example.
They also set a terrible example.
If it can't, it will be a terrible example.
"This sets a terrible example," Mr. Hamparian said.
Polygamous marriages always demean women and set a terrible example for children.
It has stained the international reputation of this country and set a terrible example.
And the arguments about it being a terrible example for those easily influenced is valid.
"I still try to keep that in mind as a terrible example," Tomlin said.
"It's a terrible example for the players, let alone the public.
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In a now-deleted Facebook post, he said, "The whole thing is a mess a terrible example of junk science hitting the internet in free-fall.
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