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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
a doctor with a specialty in neurology
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as in speciality
something for which a person shows a special talent
singing operatic works is my specialty
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Recent Examples of specialty
Scallion Oil Noodles Scallion oil noodles, a specialty of Shanghai and the greater Jiangnan region in eastern China, showcase the allium sweetness and mellow pungency of one of the most versatile aromatics in Chinese cuisine.
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The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2026
The trend is said to have originated in Utah years ago at a specialty soda shop, Swig, reportedly due to people in the Mormon faith seeking an alternative to coffee.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
One option is the Endless Endless Shrimp package, which includes the specialty card, biometric safe and year of jiu-jitsu classes and carries an approximate retail value of $9,400, according to their website.
—Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
Florida released a Disney World specialty license plate in 2021 featuring a silhouette of the Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
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The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2026
The trend is said to have originated in Utah years ago at a specialty soda shop, Swig, reportedly due to people in the Mormon faith seeking an alternative to coffee.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
One option is the Endless Endless Shrimp package, which includes the specialty card, biometric safe and year of jiu-jitsu classes and carries an approximate retail value of $9,400, according to their website.
—Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
Florida released a Disney World specialty license plate in 2021 featuring a silhouette of the Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specialty
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The vote comes as communities around the country debate how to handle increasingly large data centers creeping into populated areas.—
Mary Ramsey
Updated June 8,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
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Homeowners are also encouraged to seal openings and potential nesting areas around their properties.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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These TVs cover 100% of the DCI-P3 colour spectrum, as well as delivering, of course, the pixel by pixel light control that’s OLED’s speciality.—
John Archer,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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After her postpartum experience and realizing that there were few therapists trained in this speciality in her area, Pham obtained training in perinatal mental health and now has a practice treating moms.—
Sara Rowe Mount,
Parents,
22 May 2026
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The department would eventually sue the medical school if such a resolution is not found.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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The Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to put the measure on the ballot, with an allocation plan that will move revenue primarily to nonprofit health care providers and county health departments and hospitals, but also to Planned Parenthood and city health care departments in Pasadena and Long Beach.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
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Part of the success of the Dunwoody clinic stems from its presence on social media, where its co-founder extols therapies and treatments outside the realm of mainstream medicine.—
Carrie Teegardin,
AJC.com,
8 June 2026
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In that realm of B-list projects, Drew Sidora is a professional.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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The successful test not only demonstrates the maturity of the MICA NG program but also highlights France’s commitment to maintaining technological superiority in the rapidly evolving domain of aerial warfare.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
7 June 2026
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The theater is Mother’s domain!—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
7 June 2026
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For example, the NHL did not include Russia in its 4 Nations Face-Off in 2025, though Russia would arguably have one of the strongest rosters in the field.—
Jon Root OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2026
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In addition to waiting out and acquiring Klint Kubiak as their head coach, the Raiders made some significant on-field acquisitions.—
Gladys Louise Tyler,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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This exposure has helped forge a distinct cultural identity that prioritizes the integration of human infrastructure with elements of the wilderness.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The event also featured traditional performance elements, including a vibrant dancer, as city officials and community members marked the beginning of the project.—
Maddie White,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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Braylon Heatley forced groundouts with the infield in to nearly escape the jam, but Coughlin (2-for-3) worked a two-out walk for the winner.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
8 June 2026
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Helping your teen find optimal methods for calming their brains down before bed, from meditation or prayer to taking a walk in the park before sunset.—
Renée Onque,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
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“Specialty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specialty. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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