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
Housing advocates say passing both the statewide bond and the larger regional bond is important, given the acute demand for affordable housing, especially in the Bay Area.
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Kate Talerico, The Mercury News, 20 Feb. 2025
The dress shape was especially in fashion back in the ’80s, when it was worn time and time again by style icons like Princess Diana.
—Franziska Fuchs, Glamour, 20 Feb. 2025
The increase in offense is especially impressive given that last season’s MVP and leading scorer, Natalie Spooner of the Toronto Sceptres, has yet to suit up for a game in Year 2.
—Carol Schram, Forbes, 8 Feb. 2025
But the ratio of everything—especially the amount of buttermilk—is key.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2025
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Kate Talerico, The Mercury News, 20 Feb. 2025
The dress shape was especially in fashion back in the ’80s, when it was worn time and time again by style icons like Princess Diana.
—Franziska Fuchs, Glamour, 20 Feb. 2025
The increase in offense is especially impressive given that last season’s MVP and leading scorer, Natalie Spooner of the Toronto Sceptres, has yet to suit up for a game in Year 2.
—Carol Schram, Forbes, 8 Feb. 2025
But the ratio of everything—especially the amount of buttermilk—is key.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for especially
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These states can become particularly aggressive regarding state filing, so to avoid penalties, check your state website or file U.S. taxes with a tax professional!—
Nathalie Goldstein,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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While New York City as a whole is safer than most other metropolises, pockets of especially rough neighborhoods are unsafe, particularly for young men.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
27 Feb. 2025
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Freezing rain and sleet fell in Oklahoma and Arkansas, leaving roads extremely dangerous.—
Max Golembo,
ABC News,
19 Feb. 2025
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More:Measles continues to spread as Texas outbreak rises to 48 cases: Here's what to know Given that measles is extremely contagious and can cause severe complications including pneumonia and brain swelling, the drop in vaccination rates is concerning.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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The alliance has operated beyond the nations of the North Atlantic region, including not only on the margins of Europe but also in distant territories, including notably Afghanistan.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2025
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The 40-year-old has officiated Madrid matches in the Champions League on three previous occasions, most notably in 2022, when City defeated Carlo Ancelotti’s side 4-3 in the first leg of the semi-final.—
Sam Joseph,
The Athletic,
19 Feb. 2025
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Each is specifically designed to measure their respective type of ingredient—wet or dry.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
16 Feb. 2025
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It’s designed specifically for pet hair and is strong enough to pull bits of fur off of surfaces — and most pet owners can tell you fur is stubborn.—
Shea Simmons,
People.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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Next month, the Academy will dutifully hand out Oscars to an array of very deserving, very human winners.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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But to have some other physics end up looking so similar would require a very specific and improbable set of circumstances.—
John Timmer,
Ars Technica,
19 Feb. 2025
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In some locales like Bali, the trendy cafes and other businesses popular among foreigners are too expensive for locals who earn a daily minimum wage of about $10.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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From the looks of their business book, there is still too much non-serious investing, lots of buying of any kind of any crypto and all sorts of options.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
18 Feb. 2025
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The team struggles terribly from 3-point range, averaging a league-worst 30.6 percent.—
The Athletic NBA Staff,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Cosmic bookmakers don’t make an impact terribly likely.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
TIME,
14 Feb. 2025
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But the case for curiosity remains incredibly strong.—
Andrew Geesbreght,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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The actress worked with celebrity stylist Molly Dickson, who, much like Sydney Sweeney herself, is incredibly hard-working and therefore, always booked.—
Aamina Inayat Khan,
StyleCaster,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Especially.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/especially. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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