as in specialized
used by or intended for experts in a particular field of knowledge
although the owner's manual for the receiver was supposedly written for the average consumer, it's filled with technical language
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Recent Examples of technical
Either there was some human error along the chain of command issuing evacuations or there was some type of technical error in sending the alerts.
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Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2025
Here’s why: Although technical specifications are still being worked out, the new standard could deliver nominal peak data rates of more than 40Gbps.
—PC Magazine, 20 May 2025
But progressive rhetoric must be matched by technical realism and fiscal responsibility.
—Mark A. Aitken, Baltimore Sun, 20 May 2025
All told, the game's artistic and technical presentation is top-notch.
—ArsTechnica, 19 May 2025
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Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2025
Here’s why: Although technical specifications are still being worked out, the new standard could deliver nominal peak data rates of more than 40Gbps.
—PC Magazine, 20 May 2025
But progressive rhetoric must be matched by technical realism and fiscal responsibility.
—Mark A. Aitken, Baltimore Sun, 20 May 2025
All told, the game's artistic and technical presentation is top-notch.
—ArsTechnica, 19 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for technical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for technical
Adjective
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While certificates in specialized areas like Search Engine Optimization or AI prompt engineering provide immediate value, adaptability remains paramount.—
Scott White,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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The zero-gravity sleep position, which can be achieved with the help of a specialized bed, entails sleeping with your head and legs elevated, and your knees resting at an angle, says Dr. Mara Vucich, a spine specialist at the Mercy Spine Center.—
Caroline C. Boyle,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
Adjective
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Still, access is limited, and many patients struggle to obtain prescriptions through the NHS.—
Dario Sabaghi,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Pedro Pascal is strategically pursuing another Emmy, but his limited screen time undoubtedly presents a challenge.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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So when most kids were enrolling in third grade, Alisa was enrolled in community college, as a special student, in spring 2023.—
Wendy Grossman Kantor,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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Monday is when scheduled events at the cemetery include a concert by the United States Marine Band and the U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters, a wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and a parade of colors by Veterans’ organizations and remarks from special guests.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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“Technical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/technical. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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