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as in areas
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
a doctor with a specialty in neurology
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as in specialities
something for which a person shows a special talent
singing operatic works is my specialty
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Recent Examples of specialties
The morning menu includes traditional American breakfast items as well as global specialties like shakshuka, a Med egg bowl with feta and tahini vinaigrette and a Mediterranean breakfast plate.
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Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Oct. 2025
For traditional lodging, bed down at Mountain House Rajska Vrata in Jahorina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, where ski days end on the sunny patio with local specialties such as nettle soup or herbal rakija (brandy) around the fireplace.
—Naomi Tomky, AFAR Media, 15 Oct. 2025
While known for cannoli, other specialties at Tony Cannoli Sweets & Eats include cheesecakes and deftly decorated multi-layer cakes with various fillings.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 13 Oct. 2025
The third year of the program will take her to different hospitals for rotations in specialties such as obstetrics, cardiology and neuroscience.
—Jenelyn Russo, Oc Register, 13 Oct. 2025
Then each claim is looked into by a team of people across different specialties, who decide if the claim can be forwarded to local authorities.
—Laura Schulte, jsonline.com, 9 Oct. 2025
Cepak also predicted more partnerships that bring multiple treatments and specialties under one roof.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 9 Oct. 2025
The rural reliance on immigrant teachers is concentrated on harder-to-fill specialties, Sadorf said.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
The Louisville hospital also ranked 11th in the Midwest region and placed in the top 50 for eight specialties nationwide.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 7 Oct. 2025
Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Oct. 2025
For traditional lodging, bed down at Mountain House Rajska Vrata in Jahorina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, where ski days end on the sunny patio with local specialties such as nettle soup or herbal rakija (brandy) around the fireplace.
—Naomi Tomky, AFAR Media, 15 Oct. 2025
While known for cannoli, other specialties at Tony Cannoli Sweets & Eats include cheesecakes and deftly decorated multi-layer cakes with various fillings.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 13 Oct. 2025
The third year of the program will take her to different hospitals for rotations in specialties such as obstetrics, cardiology and neuroscience.
—Jenelyn Russo, Oc Register, 13 Oct. 2025
Then each claim is looked into by a team of people across different specialties, who decide if the claim can be forwarded to local authorities.
—Laura Schulte, jsonline.com, 9 Oct. 2025
Cepak also predicted more partnerships that bring multiple treatments and specialties under one roof.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 9 Oct. 2025
The rural reliance on immigrant teachers is concentrated on harder-to-fill specialties, Sadorf said.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
The Louisville hospital also ranked 11th in the Midwest region and placed in the top 50 for eight specialties nationwide.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specialties
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Despite the advances in AI, Duan concedes that early domestic CAE software lagged behind foreign competitors in several areas.—
Ni Tao,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Oct. 2025
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And the policies are projected to have far-ranging effects on most areas of business, including a potential loss of hundreds of thousands of immigrant workers in sectors like information and educational and health services.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
21 Oct. 2025
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Their expert team includes professionals with specialities in health coaching, nutrition, and mental health counseling, providing a comprehensive and holistic wellness experience for each guest.—
Essence,
Essence,
14 Oct. 2025
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Top pediatric hospitals in 5 specialities Finally, hospitals are also broken up by speciality.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
7 Oct. 2025
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The technology is a staple at police departments across the country, documenting encounters with the public and helping clarify questionable incidents and competing claims.—
Josh Campbell,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
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Her why stems from frustration from budget cuts to local health departments.—
Tony Cook,
IndyStar,
18 Oct. 2025
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Aneurysms form when a weak spot develops in a blood vessel wall, often due to things like high blood pressure, smoking, or genetics.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Health,
25 Oct. 2025
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Meghan’s travel formula is warm, comfortable, and practical for holiday getaways, which is why now is a good time to copy her pieces before things really get busy.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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Maysent, in addition to citing the cirtical role of his leadership in helping the university reach the top levels of quality measurement and improvement, cited his ability to bridge clinical and digital domains.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Oct. 2025
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Legitimate settlements use official or clearly named administrator domains.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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Since March 30, the planet of dreams and subconscious realms has been testing the waters in Aries, hinting at a new collective era of self-reinvention and spiritual autonomy.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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Multiple units can also be combined to create a larger development, unlocking potential in the realms of luxury hospitality and adventure travel.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
15 Oct. 2025
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It is also made up of a tiny, microscopic particle suspended at a low pressure using electrical fields.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Oct. 2025
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He's made his name on fields across the country, and thanks to his family — wife Moriah Dorsett, their daughter Payton, 3, and 6-month-old son Micah — he's also been able to make each new city a home.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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The community is too vast, composed of too many distinct and overlapping spheres.—
Daniel Kolitz,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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The answer for one dimension is 3, two dimensions gets you 6, and a three dimensional situation can support 12 kissing spheres.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Specialties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specialties. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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