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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
a doctor with a specialty in neurology
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as in speciality
something for which a person shows a special talent
singing operatic works is my specialty
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Recent Examples of specialty
The specialty treatments offered include a Cécred Scalp Revival, a gentle exfoliation that nourishes the scalp, removes flakes and buildup and helps keep hair hydrated.
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Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Prices range from $9 for sandwich bread to $14 for specialty sourdough loaves.
—Linh Ta, Axios, 8 Apr. 2025
In coming months, the hospital’s electronic medical records will be integrated into the Duke Health system, providing patients more access to Duke specialty care, officials said.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2025
The new Altiplano combines those specialties in a single spectacular piece.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2025
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Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Prices range from $9 for sandwich bread to $14 for specialty sourdough loaves.
—Linh Ta, Axios, 8 Apr. 2025
In coming months, the hospital’s electronic medical records will be integrated into the Duke Health system, providing patients more access to Duke specialty care, officials said.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2025
The new Altiplano combines those specialties in a single spectacular piece.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specialty
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The incident was reported Monday at 7:11 p.m., and the last update regarding this incident was released on Monday at 7:17 p.m. Past Incidents in the last 12 hours: There were no traffic incidents reported in this area for the past 12 hours.—
Kansas City Star Bot,
Kansas City Star,
15 Apr. 2025
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In the same area are Gaetano Pesce and Gio Ponti chairs, and Bella Silva ceramics.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
14 Apr. 2025
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While with Miami, Jimmy Butler served speciality coffees in his hotel room in the 2020 playoffs, when teams were confined to their hotels by Covid-19 restrictions.—
Jack Magruder,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Adding new procedure rooms and expanding facilities will allow the hospital to meet growing demand for services in specialities like ear, nose and throat, orthopedics and gastroenterology, according to the release.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2025
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According to the department of corrections, about 13,000 people — nearly half the state’s prison population — have such risk ratings, although not all of them are eligible for parole.—
Richard A. Webster,
ProPublica,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Penn State athletic department also credits former Penn State club ice hockey coach Joe Battista, a former school administrator who played a pivotal in securing the original donation from the Pegulas and oversaw the early development of the men’s and women’s D-I programs.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Nearly all of them cite the Stanford University communications scholar Clifford Nass, who by the 1990s and 2000s became the go-to expert on human-computer interaction, particularly in the realm of voice interfaces.—
Sarah A. Bell,
Smithsonian Magazine,
9 Apr. 2025
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Then, to my astonishment, two slender blue-white streaks appeared, faintly at first, then slightly brighter, like a pair of angel wings peeking through some wondrous celestial realm.—
Blane Bachelor,
AFAR Media,
9 Apr. 2025
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The initiative is grounded in six research domains: Comprehension & Agency: AI systems that support, rather than replace, critical thinking and reasoning.—
Tracey Follows,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Ava is horrified to learn that Deborah plans to be in the writers’ room, which is traditionally the head writer’s domain.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
11 Apr. 2025
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Baty ended the day with an OPS of .259 in 27 plate appearances that included him looking at a borderline called third strike after committing his critical error in the field.—
Larry Fleisher,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The trees border pastures and fields of corn and beans.—
Jeffrey A. Brunk,
Outdoor Life,
10 Apr. 2025
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After the Entrada, there are traces of Teotihuacan’s presence all over Tikal, from royal burials in a necropolis to distinctly Mexican architecture mixed with Maya elements in a complex of residential and ceremonial buildings near the heart of the city.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 Apr. 2025
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On the other hand, there are elements of youth and inexperience that can only be felt in my shows in the past, perhaps my fans can find entertainment in my growth as well.—
Billboard Japan,
Billboard,
10 Apr. 2025
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Guests can enjoy peaceful walks through pine forests, bike rides along scenic trails, indulge in treatments at the spa, or simply relax by the pool.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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Arkansas 11, Texas A&M 5 — End 8th Inning Justin Thomas drew a 1-out walk and scored his third run in the eighth inning on Wehiwa Aloy's second RBI, a fielder's choice.—
Matt Jones,
Arkansas Online,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Specialty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specialty. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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