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as in medications
a substance or preparation used to treat disease
quinine is a specific for malaria
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as in details
a single piece of information
although the speech was long on rhetoric and platitudinous generalities, it lacked specifics
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as in characteristics
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
the two submissions differ only in certain specifics
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Recent Examples of specifics
Candidates should prioritize demonstrating alignment with company strategy and mutual value, using professional conviction backed by specifics and metrics.
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Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
No specifics about the cuts were detailed during a school board meeting.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
Most seeds germinate best when the temperature is between 65 and 70°F, but check the information on the seed packet for specifics.
—Kerry Michaels, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
Advertisement Despite the lack of specifics, financial markets reacted swiftly.
—Nik Popli, Time, 21 Jan. 2026
Find more information on the specifics here.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 21 Jan. 2026
Johnson declined to share specifics on the negotiations beyond his remarks on the purchase price.
—Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
The specifics of those initiatives have yet to be revealed.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 15 Jan. 2026
Traditional IRAs, whose contributions may be tax-deductible, might be available as an alternative option, depending on the specifics of the state’s program.
—Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2026
Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
No specifics about the cuts were detailed during a school board meeting.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
Most seeds germinate best when the temperature is between 65 and 70°F, but check the information on the seed packet for specifics.
—Kerry Michaels, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
Advertisement Despite the lack of specifics, financial markets reacted swiftly.
—Nik Popli, Time, 21 Jan. 2026
Find more information on the specifics here.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 21 Jan. 2026
Johnson declined to share specifics on the negotiations beyond his remarks on the purchase price.
—Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
The specifics of those initiatives have yet to be revealed.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 15 Jan. 2026
Traditional IRAs, whose contributions may be tax-deductible, might be available as an alternative option, depending on the specifics of the state’s program.
—Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specifics
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Additionally, Williams feels proud of how her transparency has helped others not feel ashamed of doing what’s best for their health, especially considering there's been a lot of controversy surrounding the use of GLP-1 medications.—
Vanessa Etienne,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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According to the website of the Alaska State Legislature, the failure to take medications on time at the correct dosage has massive consequences.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
28 Jan. 2026
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The last section of the documentary details the uncertainty of whether all this spending will actually result in the goal its biggest backers expect.—
David Bloom,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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This includes contextual details about their life (such as their socioeconomic status, medical conditions and quality of life), other mental health symptoms (such as anxiety or lack of pleasure) and biological features (such as genetics).—
Allison Parshall,
Scientific American,
28 Jan. 2026
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Described as independent, intellectually curious and socially conscious, these characteristics align closely with traits psychologists study under the umbrellas of openness to experience, individualism and humanitarian concern.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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The company says the system incorporates high-resolution, wraparound sensors designed to detect force, contact direction, object edges, and surface characteristics.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
24 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Possession with intent to distribute Class D drugs.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
24 Jan. 2026
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In an era where GLP-1 drugs are increasingly framed as a get-skinny-quick scheme—one many find irresistible despite mounting concerns about long-term effects—the return of cigarettes feels less accidental.—
Gabriella Onessimo,
Allure,
23 Jan. 2026
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These three apparently disconnected facts exploded in my head and, after a lot of research, formed the narrative engine of The Grave Tattoo, a contemporary thriller with its roots firmly in the tail end of the eighteenth century.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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And in a return of goodwill, Gun Owners of America praised him for withholding judgment on the facts of the case.—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Adjustable Typing Angles Other features on the NODE 100 include a set of flip-out and adjustable feet that offer a choice of three different typing angles, ranging from 6 to 12 degree for a more ergonomic and comfortable typing position.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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As with Eudoxus, the angle of the moon and sun will cast sections of the Aristoteles Crater into shadow, highlighting the broken terrain bordering its central basin plain, upon which a collection of hill-like features reside.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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Some happen at luxe resorts, involve lab tests and emerging wellness tech, or tap an array of practitioners; others are low-fi, embracing ancient remedies amid the backdrop of nature.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
23 Jan. 2026
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Importantly, no taxes, including tariffs, are among the remedies included in IEEPA.—
Howard Gleckman,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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All of these qualities and experiences make Suárez well-positioned to handle the perennially fiercely-competitive American League East, and baseball’s most storied rivalry.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
22 Jan. 2026
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The service Staff are open-minded and friendly—qualities underpinned by a quiet mastery of Japan’s famed omotenashi hospitality.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Specifics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifics. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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