1
as in specificity
careful thoroughness of detail
with great particularity she described the qualities she's looking for in a boyfriend
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2
as in fact
a single piece of information
I can't comment without knowing the particularities of the case before the court
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3
as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
a novel that gets the particularities of life in academia exactly right
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Recent Examples of particularity
Rather, the particularities of a nation’s royal ‘I do’s’ are shaped by the country’s unique cultural and religious heritage.
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Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
The realism, though, comes in the particularity of the Spanish dialogue, the cultural exchanges, and colloquial understandings that run through this community — and from Mexico to the United States.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 19 Mar. 2026
But with each new release, the particularities of that character change.
—Tharin Pillay, Time, 12 Mar. 2026
The specificity requirements built into the Fourth Amendment — particularity and probable cause — are key to protecting people from searches that are too broad or arbitrary.
—Amanda Cats-Baril, Twin Cities, 4 Mar. 2026
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Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
The realism, though, comes in the particularity of the Spanish dialogue, the cultural exchanges, and colloquial understandings that run through this community — and from Mexico to the United States.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 19 Mar. 2026
But with each new release, the particularities of that character change.
—Tharin Pillay, Time, 12 Mar. 2026
The specificity requirements built into the Fourth Amendment — particularity and probable cause — are key to protecting people from searches that are too broad or arbitrary.
—Amanda Cats-Baril, Twin Cities, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for particularity
Noun
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Though some of the plans lack specificity, Cesario said each school and plan is unique.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2026
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To Michael Baggot, a professor at the Regina Apostolorum and the Angelicum in Rome, the specificity of Leo’s policy language is striking.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
27 May 2026
Noun
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Jason Pack, a retired FBI supervisory special agent, told Fox News Digital that the fact negotiators remain in communication with the suspect is a significant development.—
Greg Wehner , Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
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Or admission is required for each individual, to cover the fact that some have more children than others.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
2 June 2026
Noun
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On the other hand, LiPfe orbs don’t reproduce, and reproduction is one of the fundamental characteristics of life.—
Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
29 May 2026
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Her analysis showed that at least a dozen of those fossils displayed characteristics hinting at a novel Tylosaurus species.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
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Before the start of each renewal, you will be emailed a reminder notice summarizing the details of your subscription and the rate that you will be charged.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 June 2026
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Officials have also not shared any details regarding the circumstances surrounding his or her death.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
5 June 2026
Noun
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How about the digs—any notable features there?—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Traffic calming features and safety measures for pedestrian and bicyclists were added in 2021, but they were only meant to be temporary.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
2 June 2026
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In Games 2 and 3, the Avs had more shot attempts, more shots on goals and, at least in their minds, enough quality scoring chances to win.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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Rather than compete on raw rendering quality across all videos, the company has spent four years optimizing for one specific creative input — music — and the breakthroughs that audio-first design unlocks.—
Vivian Toh,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Noun
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Most warm weather breeds share unique physical traits that keep them cool in high temperatures.—
Madeline Gunderson,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Adapting Your Leadership Style To Meet Individual Needs Situational leadership is an overlooked but important trait.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2026
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That physical attribute is the only thing about her that everyone in her life cared about, worried about or wanted to exploit.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
2 June 2026
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He is being schooled by faithful Duncan aka Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba) in all the proper swordplay and other attributes to be a warrior for the Castle Grayskull presided over by his father, King Randor (James Purefoy), and mother (who actually grew up on Earth), Queen Marlena (Charlotte Riley).—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
2 June 2026
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“Particularity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/particularity. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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