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as in especially
in the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others all of you, but particularly anyone with a problem, should feel free to contact me at any time

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as in notably
in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail she complained particularly about the suggestion that she make a greater effort to consider other viewpoints

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Recent Examples of particularly That wide soundstage, partially achieved with angled drivers, is particularly helpful on orchestral tracks like the opening scene to John Adams' The Gospel According to the Other Mary. PC Magazine, 28 Apr. 2025 Acute primary care shortages California’s lack of primary care providers, including doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants, is most acute in rural parts of the state, particularly in the north and the Central Valley. Bernard J. Wolfson and Vanessa G. Sánchez, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2025 So much more defense spending, particularly on the European and Canadian side, which is necessary, but also ramping up defense industrial production. Michel Martin, NPR, 28 Apr. 2025 Articulate openly and transparently why these principles are fundamental to the operating culture, particularly when under scrutiny or attack. Dan Pontefract, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for particularly
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Adverb
  • May the risen Christ, our hope, grant peace and consolation to the African peoples who are victims of violence and conflict, especially in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in Sudan and South Sudan.
    Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
  • Celebrity makeup artist Nydia Figueroa Cabrera also loves the Kulfi mascara, especially the lash brush (which, admittedly, could take some getting used to).
    Bianca Lambert, Glamour, 21 Apr. 2025
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  • Most notably, Charlotte and Stratton engaged in a promo battle on SmackDown that was widely criticized, especially in regards to Stratton’s lackluster performance in the segment.
    Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
  • There are many misconceptions about exotic leather — notably the python, crocodile, and alligator skins that are transformed into the fashion industry’s most luxe handbags and leather goods.
    Lauren Parker, Footwear News, 18 Apr. 2025
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  • Western Conference Finals Potential Opponents: Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves or Golden State Warriors The expectation is that the Thunder will have a clear path to the Western Conference Finals, which will undoubtedly be an extremely tough series.
    Nick Crain, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Revel is extremely talented, but the Bills need a corner who can step in and be good to go from the beginning of the season.
    Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Apr. 2025
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  • Others, such as New Jersey, have created protocols specifically for getting people with upcoming travel plans their new IDs quickly.
    Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
  • Resuming trade Michael Hart, president of the American Chamber of Commerce in China, declined to comment specifically about Walmart but said a resumption in shipments was not a surprise.
    John Liu, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2025
Adverb
  • Miami closed to within 85-79 very late in the third, a stretch when Miami briefly gave the Cavs problems with their zone defense.
    Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2025
  • In the end, Carolyn was very pleased with the ease of it all.
    Archway Homes, Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2025
Adverb
  • Our minds, for all their attunement to the nuances of the physical world—the subtle shifts in light, the micro-expressions that move on the faces of other people—are not terribly adept at perceiving those distinctions through the filters of airwaves and screens.
    Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 29 Apr. 2025
  • This price isn't terribly juicy, hence the recommendation to wager a half-unit instead of a full unit.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Apr. 2025
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  • Within the first 100 days of his second administration President Donald Trump has been incredibly busy, implementing major changes from enacting tariffs to targeting diversity initiatives.
    Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2025
  • Most importantly, Brian was an incredibly loving father to our two sons and will be greatly missed.
    Katrina Kaufman, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2025
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  • The natural world is finally blooming, and spring TV is starting to look pretty vibrant, too.
    Judy Berman, Time, 30 Apr. 2025
  • If owners are concerned that their dog sleeps too much, PetMD recommends introducing more stimulation to their day.
    Tom Rogers, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Apr. 2025

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“Particularly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/particularly. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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