1
as in especially
in the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others
all of you, but particularly anyone with a problem, should feel free to contact me at any time
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2
as in notably
in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail
she complained particularly about the suggestion that she make a greater effort to consider other viewpoints
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3
as in extremely
to a great degree
a particularly good explanation
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Recent Examples of particularly
One letter was particularly hard for Karina to reopen.
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Sarah Stillman, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025
Researchers found the snakes in urban areas of Guayas Province including Guayaquil, particularly in gardens with ornamental shrubs.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2025
That was really a game-changer for our industry — but also, particularly, for Charlotte.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 14 Apr. 2025
Among Anaheim’s centers who regularly take draws, Mason McTavish is the best at 50 percent, but Leo Carlsson (41.4 percent) is still in learning mode and Ryan Strome (41.6 percent) has never been particularly strong.
—The Athletic Nhl Staff, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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Sarah Stillman, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025
Researchers found the snakes in urban areas of Guayas Province including Guayaquil, particularly in gardens with ornamental shrubs.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2025
That was really a game-changer for our industry — but also, particularly, for Charlotte.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 14 Apr. 2025
Among Anaheim’s centers who regularly take draws, Mason McTavish is the best at 50 percent, but Leo Carlsson (41.4 percent) is still in learning mode and Ryan Strome (41.6 percent) has never been particularly strong.
—The Athletic Nhl Staff, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for particularly
Adverb
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Pittsfield, Massachusetts Located in the western part of the state, Pittsfield is set in the Berkshires, an area known for the arts, theater, and music, especially Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Mar. 2025
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Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
11 Mar. 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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Though experts have maintained that aviation remains extremely safe, fatal incidents have raised concerns about flying.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
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
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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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
Adverb
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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
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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“Particularly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/particularly. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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