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specially

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Main Entry: spe·cial·ly

Pronunciation: \ˈspe-sh(ə-)lē\

Function: adverb

Date: 14th century

1 : in a special manner <treated her friends specially>
2 a : for a special purpose <dresses made specially for the occasion> b : in particular : specifically <made specially for you>
3 : especially 2 <makes a specially fine curry> <was specially pleased with the gift>

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