in particular

phrase

1

: in distinction from others : specifically

2

archaic : a separate part of a whole

Examples of in particular in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In recent years, interest in particular attributes, like low-carb beers, has also been a factor in consumer preferences. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2026

For Fenerbahce in particular, who have not lifted the champions’ trophy since 2014, that will not stand. — Nick Miller, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026

Democrats are devoting resources, in particular, to the governors’ races in Georgia, Ohio, Iowa, and Nevada, all currently held by Republicans. — Steven Sloan, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026

Steinem, who died this past week at the age of 92, refused to accept sports, in particular, as a patriarchy, working to create paths for equality for women who chose to compete on the same level with men. — Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 5 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1502, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for in particular

• appendicular
• canalicular
• diverticular
• perpendicular
• acicular
• articular
• curricular
• cuticular
• funicular
• lenticular
• navicular
• radicular