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
The company positions the technology as a support tool for resilience and readiness, especially in roles that demand sustained alertness.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
This pair, complete with the prominent markings always featured on the classic style, has a memory foam insert and a rubber sole that’s especially good for slippery winter weather.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
The fertilizers engorged the Everglades on nutrients, especially phosphorus, leading to the widespread proliferation of cattails.
—Amy Green, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Having something familiar to read, especially during turbulence or delays, can be grounding and comforting.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
This pair, complete with the prominent markings always featured on the classic style, has a memory foam insert and a rubber sole that’s especially good for slippery winter weather.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
The fertilizers engorged the Everglades on nutrients, especially phosphorus, leading to the widespread proliferation of cattails.
—Amy Green, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Having something familiar to read, especially during turbulence or delays, can be grounding and comforting.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for especially
Adverb
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Such advances are particularly valuable in drug discovery, where precise molecular design is essential, as well as in the development of advanced materials and agrochemicals.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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Still, Scott’s 2024 reunion with the coaching duo didn’t start off particularly well.—
Mike Kaye
January 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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The first indicator is oftentimes a lack of water flow from faucets when the weather is extremely cold.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2026
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Skeeter, 36, serves as the Hornets’ player development coach and is also the primary person who works extremely closely with star guard LaMelo Ball.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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Most notably, the Sabres held on when the ice was tilted in their direction clinging to a one-goal lead in the third period.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Most notably, Poppy's apartment rental has a broken air conditioner and plastic covering all the windows and the sliding glass door to the balcony.—
Ashley Boucher,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Here are six overdone or dated decor accents the designers specifically called out.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
11 Jan. 2026
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Although women from North East, Kent, and Wessex appeared to want to leave their hometowns for a new world, specifically.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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The senior administration official said the transfer would happen quickly because Venezuela’s crude is very heavy, which means it can’t be stored for long.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
7 Jan. 2026
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Pipes and sewers can be very dangerous for pets and wildlife and Roto-Rooter, with specialized equipment and personnel, has become a go-to call to save cats, dogs, turtles and more.—
Alexander Coolidge,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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The event’s attendees want in on the action, too.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Spartans got the last laugh for now, too, taking both games.—
Scott Wheeler,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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The data center industry does not have a terribly good answer for this, except that their 83° sun-synchronous orbit is much less crowded than equatorial ones, meaning a lower risk of collisions.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
7 Jan. 2026
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Polls, however, suggest the bill is not terribly popular with voters, which has left Republicans saying the White House must do a better job of selling it.—
Ryan Mancini,
The Hill,
31 Dec. 2025
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The pork was incredibly tender and juicy, with a bold but balanced mix of spices that didn’t overpower each other.—
Alexa Stone
January 9,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
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These kind of creative environments are so incredibly inspiring to me.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Especially.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/especially. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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