as in professional
a person who has a lot of training, knowledge, or skill in a particular area
She was a specialist in chemical engineering with many years of experience.
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as in specialized
involving, related to, or being special skills or knowledge needed to do a particular job
The job requires specialist knowledge.
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Recent Examples of specialist
Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2026
Moore, one of the 49ers’ best return specialists the past decade, agreed Tuesday to a one-year deal with Green Bay, while the 49ers also saw 2024-25 starting defensive tackle Jordan Elliott join Robert Saleh’s Tennessee Titans (two years, $8 million, per ESPN).
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026
Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 22 Feb. 2026
Plans include transitioning to eco-conscious mattresses and bedding, sourcing in-room products—such as soaps and linens—from local makers and sustainable brands, and working with specialist landscapers to preserve native plants and reduce water use.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
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Noun
It was reviewed and edited by a team of content specialists.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2026
Moore, one of the 49ers’ best return specialists the past decade, agreed Tuesday to a one-year deal with Green Bay, while the 49ers also saw 2024-25 starting defensive tackle Jordan Elliott join Robert Saleh’s Tennessee Titans (two years, $8 million, per ESPN).
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Conventional policing methods were often constrained by distance, with specialist air support based hundreds of miles away in Sydney and limited local resources stretching response times.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 22 Feb. 2026
Plans include transitioning to eco-conscious mattresses and bedding, sourcing in-room products—such as soaps and linens—from local makers and sustainable brands, and working with specialist landscapers to preserve native plants and reduce water use.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specialist
Noun
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These professionals provide care that incorporates lifestyle support, in addition to conventional medicine.—
Helena Kudiabor,
SELF,
13 Mar. 2026
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Acknowledging that more Cubans than ever are living abroad, the Cuban leader said that many of them are professionals who have maintained close cultural and family ties to the island.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The design also required specialized manufacturing techniques to shape and assemble the delicate material without compromising its magnetic properties, according to Horse Powertrain.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
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Indiana will issue a bond for the stadium’s construction, which will be repaid through a Hammond 12% admissions tax and a Professional Sports Development Area specialized tax district.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The large attendance is expected because the meeting will feature a presentation on options for a Downtown Improvement Plan from consultant Houseal Lavigne, which is expected to bring multiple ideas for consideration in its presentation.—
Chuck Fieldman,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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Ryland is only supposed to be a consultant.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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Subscribe to the Life Kit newsletter for expert advice on love, money, relationships and more.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Open positions include detention officer, recreation supervisor, certified medical assistant, psychiatrist, shift supervisor, assistant shift supervisor, master scheduler, locksmith, maintenance worker and human resource assistant.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
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And though the grill master in you may automatically want to put a firepit or outdoor kitchen under your new corner pergola, doing so could pose a serious fire or smoke hazard.—
Melissa Minton,
Architectural Digest,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Due to the 2024 hot fire test incident, the German launch startup spent 18 months conducting a comprehensive technical overhaul to ensure mission success.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
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Restricting mail-in voting, reducing early voting hours, or requiring additional documentation to register may sound technical and, on its face, maybe even fair ways to ensure credible elections.—
Celina Stewart,
Time,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Requiring no special pan, this festive cake is loved by both kids and adults.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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But some backpacks are better for travel than others, perhaps designed with isolated shoe compartments, holes to feed your phone charging cable through, jewelry pouches, and special materials that simply wipe clean after picking up germs from public floors.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Specialist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specialist. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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