in particular

phrase

Synonyms of in particularnext
1
: in distinction from others : specifically
2
archaic : a separate part of a whole

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The studies that exist today show significant impact on their brain, in particular because their brain is still developing. Tonya Mosley, NPR, 14 Sep. 2026 Two of those players are Palace’s future hopes for developing and raising funds in future — Canvot in particular. Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026 China, in particular, has been a hub of open-weight development. Zev Fima, CNBC, 14 Sep. 2026 The cost of diesel, in particular, makes its way into other goods because the fuel is used for long-haul trucks and other delivery networks, as well as farm equipment. Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Fortune, 14 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in particular

Word History

First Known Use

1502, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of in particular was in 1502

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“In particular.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20particular. Accessed 19 Sep. 2026.

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