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as in defines
to give the rules about (something) clearly and exactly
the document specifies precisely how you may use the information it contains
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as in mentions
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
police reports didn't specify the model of car the robbers were driving
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Recent Examples of specifies
The Constitution specifies the power of the purse is vested in Congress.
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Doug Criscitello, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Moore and Harris signed a Memorandum of Understanding that specifies the franchise’s community and re-developmental responsibilities if the Commanders move to another property outside the state.
—Ben Standig, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
Replace your carbon monoxide alarm every five to six years or as the manufacturer specifies.
—Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 5 Dec. 2024
But the measure that cleared the Peoria City Council specifies that those who are sleeping outside on public property will receive a warning and three penalties, beginning at $50 and escalating up to $750 for a third violation, though a judge could impose community service instead of a fee.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 1 Dec. 2024
That's where a judge specifies exactly how many years someone will spend in prison, known as initial confinement, and how many years a person will be monitored in the community, known as extended supervision.
—Chris Ramirez, Journal Sentinel, 25 Nov. 2024
The village specifies that ballots should not be placed in the drop box in front of the Village Hall.
—Claudia Levens, Journal Sentinel, 21 Oct. 2024
The warrant specifies the time frame and the type of data to be collected, such as GPS data or interactions with Wi-Fi networks.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
The first paragraph always specifies the performance commission’s recommendation and its vote split.
—Elise Schmelzer, The Denver Post, 13 Oct. 2024
Doug Criscitello, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Moore and Harris signed a Memorandum of Understanding that specifies the franchise’s community and re-developmental responsibilities if the Commanders move to another property outside the state.
—Ben Standig, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
Replace your carbon monoxide alarm every five to six years or as the manufacturer specifies.
—Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 5 Dec. 2024
But the measure that cleared the Peoria City Council specifies that those who are sleeping outside on public property will receive a warning and three penalties, beginning at $50 and escalating up to $750 for a third violation, though a judge could impose community service instead of a fee.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 1 Dec. 2024
That's where a judge specifies exactly how many years someone will spend in prison, known as initial confinement, and how many years a person will be monitored in the community, known as extended supervision.
—Chris Ramirez, Journal Sentinel, 25 Nov. 2024
The village specifies that ballots should not be placed in the drop box in front of the Village Hall.
—Claudia Levens, Journal Sentinel, 21 Oct. 2024
The warrant specifies the time frame and the type of data to be collected, such as GPS data or interactions with Wi-Fi networks.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
The first paragraph always specifies the performance commission’s recommendation and its vote split.
—Elise Schmelzer, The Denver Post, 13 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specifies
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But that's not the only quality that defines him.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The World Health Organization defines burnout as an occupational phenomenon which is characterized by feelings of energy depletion, increased mental distance from one's job, and reduced professional efficacy.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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The complaint mentions several songs and videos from Swift's albums Lover, Folklore, Midnights and The Tortured Poets Department.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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Archaeologists also uncovered two inscriptions at the site, one that mentions the name of the head of the gymnasium, and the other that appears to reference renovations funded by a citizen and donated to Hermes and Heracles, according to researchers.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2025
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To keep your home clean, hygienic, and smelling fresh, Mock prescribes sticking to a regular cleaning schedule that is best informed by a number of factors including your floor material and just how much your pet sheds.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Mar. 2025
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Another gynecologist prescribes a diagnostic laparoscopy, which confirms endometriosis on my diaphragm.—
Health,
Health,
5 Mar. 2025
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The complaint cites a 2008 article by The Times about an anti-CNN protest in which Chen is quoted and described as an organizer and a patio furniture manufacturer living in Diamond Bar.—
Ryan Fonseca,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Dec. 2024
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The Columbus Police Department cites naloxone as a prime factor behind a decline in 911 calls for overdose emergencies here.—
Maurice Tamman,
USA TODAY,
22 Dec. 2024
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The digital evidence indicates he was swept out to sea while attempting to launch one last lifeboat, which matches the account of survivor and second officer Charles Lightoller.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
14 Apr. 2025
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The statement suggests that the patient’s liver enzymes were elevated, which often indicates damage to cells in the organ and is an issue that has been linked to some other obesity drugs.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Specifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifies. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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