1
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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2
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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3
as in extremely
to a great degree
a particularly good explanation
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Recent Examples of particularly
Some of the materials in these archives highlight the key leadership roles played by Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe in American labor unions, particularly in the textile industry.
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James Deutsch, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 May 2025
Sure, there is ample predictability and stability in the lineup around Witt, particularly in the forms of Jonathan India, Vinnie Pasquantino and Salvador Perez.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2025
Conservative Catholics in the U.S. were particularly critical of Francis, but Pope Leo is viewed as a moderate who could strengthen unity.
—Khaleda Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
Vatican watchers said Prevost’s decision to name himself Leo was particularly significant given the Leo XIII’s legacy of social justice and reform, suggesting continuity with some of Francis’ chief concerns.
—Nicole Winfield, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
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James Deutsch, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 May 2025
Sure, there is ample predictability and stability in the lineup around Witt, particularly in the forms of Jonathan India, Vinnie Pasquantino and Salvador Perez.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2025
Conservative Catholics in the U.S. were particularly critical of Francis, but Pope Leo is viewed as a moderate who could strengthen unity.
—Khaleda Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
Vatican watchers said Prevost’s decision to name himself Leo was particularly significant given the Leo XIII’s legacy of social justice and reform, suggesting continuity with some of Francis’ chief concerns.
—Nicole Winfield, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for particularly
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The United States possesses abundant mineral deposits, yet ores often travel thousands of miles abroad before returning as finished components — especially rare-earth magnets and battery-grade metals that power electric vehicles, wind turbines, and advanced electronics.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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What’s the Takeaway for People With Heart Failure? Experiencing issues with planning and thinking can be especially problematic for people with heart failure, given the complex self-care required to manage the condition.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
Health,
16 May 2025
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Chalamet, a native of the city, is a renowned fan of the blue and orange and notably stayed home to watch the first game of the series while Jenner flew solo at the Met Gala.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Within the past 12 months, he’s assembled a team of senior executives — notably Mark Boxer, the former head of Amazon MGM Studios Distribution, and Arianna Bocco, the former IFC Films president — to run distribution and acquisitions in the country.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
14 May 2025
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No league in the United States is more popular than the National Football League, making the schedule release an extremely exciting day for the sports world.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
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While some have argued for simply adding more landers and rovers, the analyses that can be done in laboratories on Earth will provide much more information than can be obtained on Mars with in situ assets that have, of necessity, extremely limited scientific instrumentation.—
Bruce Jakosky,
Space.com,
14 May 2025
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The key to this case, however: Webb did not specifically target Hapach or have any intention of doing so — a fact agreed upon by all parties.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
10 May 2025
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The message does not specifically say which scene Baldoni is referring to but his lawsuit against Lively mentions tension over a rooftop scene in the film that Lively rewrote and presented to Baldoni as her own work before telling media outlets that her husband, Reynolds, actually wrote it.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
Adverb
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Artwork can always be colorful, even in a very neutral room.—
Eleni N. Gage,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 May 2025
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Rhythm is very important in my stories and the slightest second too long can disrupt this rhythm.—
Alissa Simon,
Variety,
14 May 2025
Adverb
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Listen to this article 2 min Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce will be getting his steps in after his Game 2 Celtics-Knicks prediction ended terribly for him.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2025
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The Celtics are doing that and shooting terribly, following up a 25 percent 3-point shooting performance in Game 1 with a 25 percent performance in Game 2.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
8 May 2025
Adverb
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Booking flights into Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport or Fresno Yosemite International Airport can be incredibly costly, and after flying in you still need to navigate multi-hour drives to actually make it to the parks.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2025
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As incredibly fast as that is, space is incredibly spread out.—
Jarred Roberts,
The Conversation,
20 May 2025
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But the inflation-dampening effects of tariffs could persist and even widen in the April CPI report, set to be released Tuesday, and the May numbers too, Sweet said.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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So there’s an element of being able to let go and release and not spend too much time thinking about those things.—
Sharareh Drury,
People.com,
12 May 2025
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“Particularly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/particularly. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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