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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
Use this setting for any clothing that specifies permanent press on the care tag, as well as with more delicate fabrics that tend to wrinkle.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
Instead, Indiana's Open Door Law only specifies the public's right to observe and record meetings.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 30 Dec. 2025
Legislators passed a law in 2024 that essentially specifies emotional support animals are not service dogs and clarifies that a dog must be trained or is being trained to perform tasks or work for a person with a disability is allowed.
—Andy Humbles, Nashville Tennessean, 28 Dec. 2025
The files, released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, specifies that only certain names be redacted — primarily those of Epstein’s victims.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 23 Dec. 2025
However, the agreement specifies the STAR bond district for the stadium will include property at the intersection of Interstate 70 and Interstate 435, near the Legends in western Wyandotte County.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 23 Dec. 2025
The bill also specifies that if an AI causes harm, the human owners or developers would be responsible.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
The dress code also specifies the type of shoes to be worn and forbids facial tattoos or more than one facial piercing.
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 18 Sep. 2025
Each recipe is indicated by a code—O means the Four Roses distillery; B or E indicates the mashbill (B is 35 percent rye, E is 20 percent rye); S means straight whiskey; and the last letter specifies the yeast strain, each of which brings a different flavor profile to the whiskey.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 19 Aug. 2025
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
Instead, Indiana's Open Door Law only specifies the public's right to observe and record meetings.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 30 Dec. 2025
Legislators passed a law in 2024 that essentially specifies emotional support animals are not service dogs and clarifies that a dog must be trained or is being trained to perform tasks or work for a person with a disability is allowed.
—Andy Humbles, Nashville Tennessean, 28 Dec. 2025
The files, released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, specifies that only certain names be redacted — primarily those of Epstein’s victims.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 23 Dec. 2025
However, the agreement specifies the STAR bond district for the stadium will include property at the intersection of Interstate 70 and Interstate 435, near the Legends in western Wyandotte County.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 23 Dec. 2025
The bill also specifies that if an AI causes harm, the human owners or developers would be responsible.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
The dress code also specifies the type of shoes to be worn and forbids facial tattoos or more than one facial piercing.
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 18 Sep. 2025
Each recipe is indicated by a code—O means the Four Roses distillery; B or E indicates the mashbill (B is 35 percent rye, E is 20 percent rye); S means straight whiskey; and the last letter specifies the yeast strain, each of which brings a different flavor profile to the whiskey.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specifies
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This expanding screen defines the Legion Pro Rollable concept.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Locals cherish the balance between welcoming visitors and preserving the serenity that defines their hometowns.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
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His decree specifically mentions creating an energy transition fund, which could be supported by government revenues from oil and gas exploration.—
Jennifer Morgan,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2026
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Thompson mentions that cartoons from this era often leaned on straightforward ideas about decency, and Doug fit that mold without being preachy about it.—
Alex Shoemaker,
Parents,
4 Jan. 2026
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If your healthcare provider prescribes you medication, check with them or your pharmacist to see if there are any interactions with alcohol.—
Brittany Dube,
Health,
9 Jan. 2026
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If an optometrist prescribes prescription glasses for your child, the goal isn’t just visual clarity.—
Matthew Kayser,
Ascend Agency,
19 Dec. 2025
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Jackson also shared a screenshot of an article by Parade, which cites a report by Deadline that Jackson’s G-Unit Film & Television and Jonah Bekhor and Jonas Bell Pasht’s Citizen Jones are working together on the upcoming project.—
Charisma Madarang,
Rolling Stone,
7 Jan. 2026
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Tanguay cites the connections made around the bar as one of his favorite things about being on site.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
4 Jan. 2026
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Containment indicates what percentage of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Additionally, the study indicates that 80% of magistrate judges throughout North Carolina do not possess a law degree.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Later, after showing Joe how to work the Jet Ski crane, Nathan gets hit in the face by the hook — at the same time that Max notices that another Jet Ski has floated away and runs to get it.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
6 Jan. 2026
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Baer also notices her clients gravitate toward pieces that feel human and grounded.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2026
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Tagle notes these layouts showcase craftsmanship and express design intent, creating a bespoke feel.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2026
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Compared to 2019, Horvath notes that a higher share of people aged 55-plus and households with incomes above $150,000 are moving out.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
6 Jan. 2026
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Asked how many people visit Bal Harbour Shops on average annually, Lazenby quotes his grandfather.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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After Grace quotes Zooey Deschanel's character, Thames grabs her face and kisses her out of the frame.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Specifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifies. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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