What does the cryptic crossword clue "Popular viewpoint, for example (8)" mean?

The definition is "example". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IN (synonym of "Popular") + STANCE (synonym of "viewpoint,"); definition: "example" The answer is INSTANCE.

Popular viewpoint, for example (8)

Guardian Cryptic #23527 | 27 Across | 2005-08-08 flower

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