1
as in particularly
in the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others
all employees, but especially the administrative assistants, will need to learn to use the new phone system
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2
as in extremely
to a great degree
that university is especially strong in the sciences
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3
as in notably
in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail
he especially minded the proposed changes to the work schedule
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Recent Examples of especially
Elsewhere, Drew opens up to Angela about the emotional toll of her divorce—especially the court-ordered back-and-forth with Ralph.
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Shelby Stewart, Essence, 21 Apr. 2025
Elizabeth Taylor’s favorite Pacific resort town in Mexico can sometimes feel like a tourist bubble for Americans and Canadians, especially over winter and spring break, when the gays descend.
—Jd Shadel, Them., 21 Apr. 2025
Many recipients become adept at interpreting the electrodes’ signals as intelligible sounds, especially if the implantation is done in infancy, but others struggle.
—David Owen, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2025
Celebrity makeup artist Nydia Figueroa Cabrera also loves the Kulfi mascara, especially the lash brush (which, admittedly, could take some getting used to).
—Bianca Lambert, Glamour, 21 Apr. 2025
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Shelby Stewart, Essence, 21 Apr. 2025
Elizabeth Taylor’s favorite Pacific resort town in Mexico can sometimes feel like a tourist bubble for Americans and Canadians, especially over winter and spring break, when the gays descend.
—Jd Shadel, Them., 21 Apr. 2025
Many recipients become adept at interpreting the electrodes’ signals as intelligible sounds, especially if the implantation is done in infancy, but others struggle.
—David Owen, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2025
Celebrity makeup artist Nydia Figueroa Cabrera also loves the Kulfi mascara, especially the lash brush (which, admittedly, could take some getting used to).
—Bianca Lambert, Glamour, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for especially
Adverb
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Articulate openly and transparently why these principles are fundamental to the operating culture, particularly when under scrutiny or attack.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Those who eat a vegan diet or who have celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, and cystic fibrosis are particularly at risk of vitamin D deficiency.—
Veronica Cristino and Hannah Coates,
Vogue,
15 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Western Conference Finals Potential Opponents: Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves or Golden State Warriors The expectation is that the Thunder will have a clear path to the Western Conference Finals, which will undoubtedly be an extremely tough series.—
Nick Crain,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Revel is extremely talented, but the Bills need a corner who can step in and be good to go from the beginning of the season.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Apr. 2025
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Most notably, Charlotte and Stratton engaged in a promo battle on SmackDown that was widely criticized, especially in regards to Stratton’s lackluster performance in the segment.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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There are many misconceptions about exotic leather — notably the python, crocodile, and alligator skins that are transformed into the fashion industry’s most luxe handbags and leather goods.—
Lauren Parker,
Footwear News,
18 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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As always, one rule that every guest should follow is to avoid wearing white unless specifically requested, given the shade is traditionally reserved for the bride.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
17 Apr. 2025
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While there is indeed connective tissue between the many forms of hate that plague our society, each has its own contours, and there are moments that demand addressing each one specifically – this is such a moment for antisemitism.—
Sara Colb,
Boston Herald,
16 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Miami closed to within 85-79 very late in the third, a stretch when Miami briefly gave the Cavs problems with their zone defense.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2025
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Mansfield is a very desirable place to live, work and play.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Many more children were affected by the bombing, too.—
Jenni Carlson,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Adam Wharton falls into this category too and for that reason completes my midfield.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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To Graydon Carter, a founder and coeditor of Air Mail and former editor of Vanity Fair, all of this seems terribly unfair.—
Nathan King,
Architectural Digest,
17 Apr. 2025
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Something would have to go terribly wrong for the Yankees to give up on the 2025 season.—
Chris Kirschner,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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An incredibly realistic short almond nail set that may just have your friends fooled.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
14 Apr. 2025
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McIlroy came out incredibly hot, turning a two-shot deficit to Justin Rose into a three-shot lead in just over an hour.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Apr. 2025
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“Especially.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/especially. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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