What is another word for make an example of someone?
Pronunciation: [mˌe͡ɪk ɐn ɛɡzˈampə͡l ɒv sˈʌmwɒn] (IPA) 
"Make an example of someone" is an idiom that often denotes giving severe punishment to someone to deter others from committing the same mistake. There are several other phrases and idioms that can be used instead of this expression. One such phrase is "make an object lesson of someone," which means to use someone's mistake as an example to teach others. Another synonymous phrase is "make an illustration of someone," which conveys the idea of showing someone's mistake graphically to point out its consequences. One can also use "make an exhibit of someone" or "make a demonstration of someone" to emphasize the showcase of the punishment as a lesson for others.
