1
as in defining
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 mentioning
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 specifying
The changes were initiated by the Homeland Security Department, the current official said, without specifying which cities were impacted.
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025
Without specifying the countries of origin, the Russian Defense Ministry said foreign fighter jets were scrambled to identify the Russian aircraft on parts of their flight, adding that the flight was in strict compliance with international airspace rules.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
However, the Bose EQ only has three bands for tweaking bass, mid, and treble frequencies without specifying exactly what those frequencies are.
—PC Magazine, 25 Oct. 2025
Zydlewski worked with Collins’s office to revise Sea Grant’s funding application, specifying how the program aligned with Administration priorities.
—Emma Green, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2025
Approximately 50 soldiers guarding the vehicles attempted to repel the attackers, presidential spokesperson Carolina Jaramillo said, without specifying whether anyone was injured.
—Michael Rios, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
Instead, Mason suggests specifying the purpose and time frame of your request.
—Sophie Caldwell, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2025
The vote — taken during a lightning-quick meeting without specifying the property or the reason for the transfer — was immediately followed by an announcement from Attorney General James Uthmeier that the state would dedicate the land to Trump’s library.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2025
The Prosecutor's Office released a statement specifying that her vehicle was also found at the hotel.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025
Without specifying the countries of origin, the Russian Defense Ministry said foreign fighter jets were scrambled to identify the Russian aircraft on parts of their flight, adding that the flight was in strict compliance with international airspace rules.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
However, the Bose EQ only has three bands for tweaking bass, mid, and treble frequencies without specifying exactly what those frequencies are.
—PC Magazine, 25 Oct. 2025
Zydlewski worked with Collins’s office to revise Sea Grant’s funding application, specifying how the program aligned with Administration priorities.
—Emma Green, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2025
Approximately 50 soldiers guarding the vehicles attempted to repel the attackers, presidential spokesperson Carolina Jaramillo said, without specifying whether anyone was injured.
—Michael Rios, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
Instead, Mason suggests specifying the purpose and time frame of your request.
—Sophie Caldwell, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2025
The vote — taken during a lightning-quick meeting without specifying the property or the reason for the transfer — was immediately followed by an announcement from Attorney General James Uthmeier that the state would dedicate the land to Trump’s library.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2025
The Prosecutor's Office released a statement specifying that her vehicle was also found at the hotel.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specifying
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If certified, the Johnson case could establish a significant precedent in defining the Education Department’s obligations under the FCRA.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Receiving a Michelin star can elevate a restaurant’s reputation globally and is often seen as a career-defining achievement for chefs.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
4 Nov. 2025
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That’s all without mentioning the fact that the Crown notched a nine-game win streak to conclude the season — tying the longest streak in the post-shootout era in MLS.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Oct. 2025
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However, the only evidence explicitly mentioning Jones in the report pertains to a pair of Facebook posts made before and after the incident.—
Amanda McCoy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Oct. 2025
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The latest case is led by Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, who has tried to prosecute out-of-state providers for prescribing the drug to residents in her state.—
Lisa Jarvis,
Mercury News,
25 Oct. 2025
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The online ordering platform includes a brief medical screening questionnaire to be reviewed by a licensed health-care provider before prescribing the vaccine.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
15 Oct. 2025
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Waymo touts its safety record, citing company research saying that compared to a human driver, Waymo vehicles reported a 91% reduction in serious injury crashes, 79% fewer airbag deployments and 80% fewer injury-causing collisions.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Palantir managed to beat the estimates and offer solid guidance, citing growth in the artificial intelligence business.—
Julie Coleman,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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Harvey brings a distinctive approach to the nuclear narrative, one shaped by childhood memories of hearing about French President Jacques Chirac and the Rainbow Warrior bombing, but noticing the absence of First Nations voices in those stories.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 Nov. 2025
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Humans are inherently quite good at noticing changes in other people’s expressions.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
4 Nov. 2025
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Olsavsky indicating that spending will likely increase again in 2026.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
2 Nov. 2025
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Health inspectors said mussels were missing a sticky note indicating when they should be discarded.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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But Braun highlighted a successful two-pronged corporate strategy, noting the tough environment for lower-income consumers hasn’t changed – despite the growth in its high-end brands.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
31 Oct. 2025
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Hall also reflected on her family’s ties to Bivens, noting the former council member was a longtime friend of her uncle, and became a source of inspiration for Hall growing up.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Oct. 2025
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In just a few days, a Karl Marx-quoting communist who has struggled to disavow Hamas is likely to be elected the next mayor of the nation's financial and cultural epicenter.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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Miranda fangirled after the concert on Instagram, quoting her.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
17 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Specifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifying. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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