as in specialized
used by or intended for experts in a particular field of knowledge
although the owner's manual for the receiver was supposedly written for the average consumer, it's filled with technical language
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Recent Examples of technical
While livestreams are traditionally hosted by humans in studios, MSMEs may lack the funds or technical know-how to execute regular livestreams to boost sales.
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Bernice Ooi, CNBC, 26 June 2025
The car is a technical achievement for the brand, which is starting to build its reputation as a higher-performance nameplate than it has been known for being in recent history.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
The agency's other option for astronaut transports — Boeing's Starliner capsule — faced significant delays and technical issues on a test flight last year.
—Brendan Byrne, NPR, 25 June 2025
Rather, through a combination of technical reforms, the bill makes enrollment vastly more difficult — even more so for those who fail Medicaid eligibility checks.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2025
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Bernice Ooi, CNBC, 26 June 2025
The car is a technical achievement for the brand, which is starting to build its reputation as a higher-performance nameplate than it has been known for being in recent history.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
The agency's other option for astronaut transports — Boeing's Starliner capsule — faced significant delays and technical issues on a test flight last year.
—Brendan Byrne, NPR, 25 June 2025
Rather, through a combination of technical reforms, the bill makes enrollment vastly more difficult — even more so for those who fail Medicaid eligibility checks.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for technical
Adjective
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Despite these devastating effects, access to specialized treatment is limited.—
Julienne Verdi,
Boston Herald,
22 June 2025
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What Is an Iron Filter? Removing excess iron from the water supply requires a specialized system.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 June 2025
Adjective
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There’s a lot riding on this Evita that’s costing north of $6 million for a 12-week limited run.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
20 June 2025
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With its future coverage options limited, Michigan State created a captive insurance company, Lysander Series, to provide general liability coverage.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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Protective and special coatings like anti-glare on TV screens and computer monitors can be worn down and damaged.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
26 June 2025
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That was why this moment—and this fruit—was so special.—
Tom Downey,
Smithsonian Magazine,
26 June 2025
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“Technical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/technical. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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