1
as in particularly
in the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others
all employees, but especially the administrative assistants, will need to learn to use the new phone system
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2
as in extremely
to a great degree
that university is especially strong in the sciences
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3
as in notably
in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail
he especially minded the proposed changes to the work schedule
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Recent Examples of especially
Storms may affect travel As storms bubble up across the Northeast, travel disruptions may be possible, especially in New York, Washington, D.C., Baltimore, according to AccuWeather.com.
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Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 20 June 2025
The fact that zombie movies are not inherently especially expensive to make also must account for their popularity.
—James Grebey, Time, 20 June 2025
People stop in often for lunch, especially to cop the Classic Gumbo, Bayou Nachos, Uncle Jo’s Pasta, and Oysters Gentilly.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 20 June 2025
Emily was such a trailblazer, especially at that time and on that network.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 20 June 2025
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Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 20 June 2025
The fact that zombie movies are not inherently especially expensive to make also must account for their popularity.
—James Grebey, Time, 20 June 2025
People stop in often for lunch, especially to cop the Classic Gumbo, Bayou Nachos, Uncle Jo’s Pasta, and Oysters Gentilly.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 20 June 2025
Emily was such a trailblazer, especially at that time and on that network.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for especially
Adverb
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Dominance in possession is still the ideal and, in both tactical setups, the defenders are asked to push high up the pitch in order to pressure the opposition quickly, particularly in the centre, to force turnovers.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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Investors talked about opportunities outside the U.S., particularly in Asia and Europe.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
27 June 2025
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Humor is an extremely useful and common coping strategy that can help some process such a heavy and traumatic event, according to Marni Amsellem, a licensed psychologist.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
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The entire bet was on a big wing shot creator who was extremely young.—
Sam Vecenie,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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Her shows have been filled with family, fashion, different music genres, and most notably country music and cultural commentary.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
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Tracking is hardly a science, and projections have been notably off in a number of instances from all the services.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
19 June 2025
Adverb
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The Kelly Clarkson Home collection proves both can be achieved with its selection of stylish and functional furniture — specifically this vintage-looking console table.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
28 June 2025
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In a webpage dated Jan. 7, the CDC advised that everyone over the age of six months get the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine, specifically the 2024-2025 Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
28 June 2025
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Fans will get a chance to see Psycho Clown in a WWE environment very soon.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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The company’s operations were enormous and very interesting.—
Nash Buckingham,
Outdoor Life,
19 June 2025
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Yet, the messaging does not come across as too heavy or overbearing.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
17 June 2025
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The average fair-weather golf fan may not be too privy to those names.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2025
Adverb
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To the surprise of no one, something has gone terribly wrong.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
24 June 2025
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Then in April 2021, Granda’s plan to escape went terribly wrong.—
Charles Rabin,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2025
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Both Marlins righties are incredibly talented and expected to be available at the trade deadline.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 June 2025
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Coming at an incredibly sensitive time and with some employees revolting over its coverage of the Israel-Hamas conflict, the last thing the corporation’s bosses need is to be accused of platforming bands accused of terrorist sympathy.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
25 June 2025
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“Especially.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/especially. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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