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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
Pushed on the Mandelson joke that never made it to air, there appeared to be confusion on the specifics.
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Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 5 Mar. 2026
Policies from Emirates and Etihad are listed on their websites, with specifics subject to change as the situation evolves.
—Marnie Hunter, CNN Money, 4 Mar. 2026
Seymour said, without going into specifics, that the CIF State Open Division, its top division, will look differently in coming seasons in terms of number of teams and composition of teams.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
The severe storm activity is forecast to resume Friday, but the specifics of the threat aren’t as certain yet.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
Forecast specifics remain uncertain, but an extended period of active severe weather appears likely.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
The pilot episode apparently sparked some viral discussion online, though the specifics of that reaction aren’t entirely clear from available details.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2026
The case documents contain few specifics about Cornwell's complaints.
—Logan Smith, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026
This gap in specifics is where bro comes in.
—Dan Brooks, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2026
Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 5 Mar. 2026
Policies from Emirates and Etihad are listed on their websites, with specifics subject to change as the situation evolves.
—Marnie Hunter, CNN Money, 4 Mar. 2026
Seymour said, without going into specifics, that the CIF State Open Division, its top division, will look differently in coming seasons in terms of number of teams and composition of teams.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
The severe storm activity is forecast to resume Friday, but the specifics of the threat aren’t as certain yet.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
Forecast specifics remain uncertain, but an extended period of active severe weather appears likely.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
The pilot episode apparently sparked some viral discussion online, though the specifics of that reaction aren’t entirely clear from available details.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2026
The case documents contain few specifics about Cornwell's complaints.
—Logan Smith, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026
This gap in specifics is where bro comes in.
—Dan Brooks, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specifics
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By acting on both the gut and the brain to regulate digestion, insulin and appetite, the medications help curb cravings.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026
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Written by Supervisor Janice Hahn, the motion demands more thorough security screenings and safety checks at the jails, consistent monitoring of surveillance cameras and better access to drug treatment and drug reversal medications.—
Jason Henry,
Daily News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Between the patent leather toe cap and the dainty bow, these pretty burgundy ballet flats are all about adorable details.—
Jordan Julian,
InStyle,
5 Mar. 2026
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The project has already gotten media attention, but activist groups are also keeping several details of the effort secret.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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The motion to disqualify Robinson, at this point an allegation, touches upon one of the defining characteristics of the Supreme Court — that discussions among judges when deliberating over decisions are confidential.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
7 Mar. 2026
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Every building has distinguishing characteristics.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
7 Mar. 2026
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Messages between Shelia and two brothers, Dylan and Derek Conaway—acquaintances who lived in the area—suggested the group may have been attempting to purchase drugs the night Skylar disappeared.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
6 Mar. 2026
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Aaliyah Lyles, a former commissary employee at the Tarrant County Jail, was arrested and charged with smuggling drugs into the facility around the time of Wormley’s death, the Star-Telegram previously reported.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Mar. 2026
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Distractions may try to confuse us, but sticking to the practical facts should stop them from messing things up.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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Her goal is to improve the health of our community through easy-to-understand facts and real people's stories.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
9 Mar. 2026
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These Rains cargo pants are a genius way to stay dry in style on a wet, chilly day, with a waterproof exterior, plus useful features like a comfortable drawstring waist and large rain-safe pockets.—
Alexandra Pereira,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Perhaps Little Foot’s lineage was more closely related to East African hominins, while South African hominins evolved distinct facial features later on, the authors wrote in the study.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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Ford is offering software updates for Broncos and Edges, while developing remedies for other affected models.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Over-the-counter remedies for allergies According to Mayo Clinic, many types of nonprescription medications can help ease allergy symptoms.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Mar. 2026
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Below, designers share how to make a staircase look timeless and design-forward—plus the qualities that can make a staircase look quickly dated.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
3 Mar. 2026
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Many of the qualities required to be a phenomenal investor are present in AI, which can absorb endless data, recognize historical patterns, and operate entirely free of human greed, fear, or fads.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Specifics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifics. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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