1
as in especially
in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail
specifically, I object to the second point
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2
as in particularly
in the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others
the medical study is focused on women, and specifically older women
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Recent Examples of specifically
The food delivery app company launched this campaign specifically targeting Latino consumers last November.
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Fidel Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2025
What To Know Senate Bill 17, originally introduced by Republican state Senator Lois Kolkhorst, specifically targets individuals and entities residing in countries deemed security threats by the U.S. national director of intelligence.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
For transracial adoption specifically, adoptees say more open and honest conversations about the process are long overdue.
—David Oliver, USA Today, 9 May 2025
Others, such as New Jersey, have created protocols specifically for getting people with upcoming travel plans their new IDs quickly.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
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Fidel Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2025
What To Know Senate Bill 17, originally introduced by Republican state Senator Lois Kolkhorst, specifically targets individuals and entities residing in countries deemed security threats by the U.S. national director of intelligence.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
For transracial adoption specifically, adoptees say more open and honest conversations about the process are long overdue.
—David Oliver, USA Today, 9 May 2025
Others, such as New Jersey, have created protocols specifically for getting people with upcoming travel plans their new IDs quickly.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specifically
Adverb
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The United States possesses abundant mineral deposits, yet ores often travel thousands of miles abroad before returning as finished components — especially rare-earth magnets and battery-grade metals that power electric vehicles, wind turbines, and advanced electronics.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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What’s the Takeaway for People With Heart Failure? Experiencing issues with planning and thinking can be especially problematic for people with heart failure, given the complex self-care required to manage the condition.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
Health,
16 May 2025
Adverb
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His story is a call to action for anyone, particularly those from marginalized communities, who seek freedom.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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That family of beetles is particularly damaging to crops like potatoes and cereal grains.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
10 May 2025
Adverb
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Chalamet, a native of the city, is a renowned fan of the blue and orange and notably stayed home to watch the first game of the series while Jenner flew solo at the Met Gala.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Within the past 12 months, he’s assembled a team of senior executives — notably Mark Boxer, the former head of Amazon MGM Studios Distribution, and Arianna Bocco, the former IFC Films president — to run distribution and acquisitions in the country.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
14 May 2025
Adverb
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Incline mats are perfect for beginners, specially designed to help guide users to do a basic roll.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
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The brand boasts of made-to-order menu items and specially roasted beans.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
12 May 2025
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“Specifically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifically. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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