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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
Prometheus offers an answer — a hazy one, given the few specifics on offer — of something that’s been hard to see two years into this hype cycle.
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Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 11 June 2026
When the moderator of one debate, a conservative talk show host, sent Marx a letter pressing him for specifics on his background, Marx skipped the event and organized a rally instead.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 11 June 2026
Holscher said the specifics of the agreement with the Chiefs — not the general framework approved two years ago — is what makes the deal risky for Kansas in the long run.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
The shooting involved a CHP officer, but specifics surrounding the incident remained unclear.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
When asked specifically about 2025 that Legette can’t afford to duplicate, the third-year Carolina Panthers wideout didn’t delve into too many specifics.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
While Hines did not get into specifics about crew qualifications, Artemis 3 is heavily a test-piloting mission as the astronauts may be meeting with both SpaceX and Blue Origin moon landers to get the machines ready for the real deal.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 10 June 2026
Many of the proposals Democrats are putting forward are light on specifics, and no one knows how AI will affect the plans.
—Missy Ryan, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026
Olsen didn't share specifics, but said there are burial sites on the land.
—Ashley Grams, CBS News, 4 June 2026
Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 11 June 2026
When the moderator of one debate, a conservative talk show host, sent Marx a letter pressing him for specifics on his background, Marx skipped the event and organized a rally instead.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 11 June 2026
Holscher said the specifics of the agreement with the Chiefs — not the general framework approved two years ago — is what makes the deal risky for Kansas in the long run.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
The shooting involved a CHP officer, but specifics surrounding the incident remained unclear.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
When asked specifically about 2025 that Legette can’t afford to duplicate, the third-year Carolina Panthers wideout didn’t delve into too many specifics.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
While Hines did not get into specifics about crew qualifications, Artemis 3 is heavily a test-piloting mission as the astronauts may be meeting with both SpaceX and Blue Origin moon landers to get the machines ready for the real deal.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 10 June 2026
Many of the proposals Democrats are putting forward are light on specifics, and no one knows how AI will affect the plans.
—Missy Ryan, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026
Olsen didn't share specifics, but said there are burial sites on the land.
—Ashley Grams, CBS News, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specifics
Noun
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But getting Canada to sell medications to Colorado depends on supply.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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That's because the drug is often sold at compounding pharmacies, which make customized medications that are not FDA approved and are rarely covered by insurance.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 June 2026
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Because the preliminary Iran deal leaves key details unresolved, further negotiations virtually ensure the agreement remains in flux through the election season — potentially thrusting the talks into the center of the presidential primary campaign.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Few details about the plan have been released – most notably, who will pay for it.—
Pamela Avila,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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Laboratory evaluations indicate specific performance characteristics under varied operational environments.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
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Louise Cottar believes this cultural connection is one of the defining characteristics of the camp.—
Sarah Kingdom,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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The flowing fluid can transport hydraulic power to actuators, carry chemical substances such as drugs or sensing agents, and potentially transmit information signals through fluidic pathways.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 June 2026
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Pennington said in his statement there is no indication drugs or alcohol were involved in the crash.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
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Here are seven common myths about the Northern Lights and the facts behind one of nature’s most spectacular displays.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
15 June 2026
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Brian Buckmire, an ABC News legal analyst, said Gendron's attorneys are aiming at seating jurors who can set aside the defendant's guilty plea and decide the case based on the facts presented at trial.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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Yosemite National Park was designated by Congress to highlight the beautiful natural and cultural features of the area.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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Some cottages have additional features like larger backyards, connecting backyards, outdoor showers, soaking tubs, and fire pits.—
Christine Sarkis,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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In a statement, Miami-Dade Department of Transportation and Public Works said that the County Attorney’s Office is actively pursuing all available legal and financial remedies to recover damages from Phoenix.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2026
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The green light doesn’t appear to require any divestitures, behavioral remedies or concessions.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
12 June 2026
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Passion and commitment are important leadership qualities.—
Kendra MacDonald,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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But what if people have qualities both unmistakably human and essential to career success that AI could not easily replace them?—
Cathy Bussewitz,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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“Specifics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifics. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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