1
as in especially
in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail
the supplementary material was specially intended to address earlier accusations of cultural bias
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as in extremely
to a great degree
a specially gifted pianist
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Recent Examples of specially
There are only a few units in the United States specially trained for this type of policing.
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Alfredo Sosa, The Christian Science Monitor, 13 Jan. 2025
This all-terrain cruiser features 26-inch wheels wearing 3-inch Kenda tires specially developed for Segway.
—New Atlas, 10 Jan. 2025
Products, like Latisse—which contains an ingredient called Prostaglandin—were specially formulated to help lashes grow long.
—Lorena Meouchi, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
The stick and stone represent yes or no, while the leaf cards, which are specially incised with certain meanings, offer further clarification.
—Michelle Aroney and David Zeitlyn, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Alfredo Sosa, The Christian Science Monitor, 13 Jan. 2025
This all-terrain cruiser features 26-inch wheels wearing 3-inch Kenda tires specially developed for Segway.
—New Atlas, 10 Jan. 2025
Products, like Latisse—which contains an ingredient called Prostaglandin—were specially formulated to help lashes grow long.
—Lorena Meouchi, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
The stick and stone represent yes or no, while the leaf cards, which are specially incised with certain meanings, offer further clarification.
—Michelle Aroney and David Zeitlyn, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specially
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Given its blend of moisturizing ingredients, the Slip Tint is an especially good pick for people with dry skin.Sara Coughlin, SELF, 15 Jan. 2025
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Patek Philippe certainly vies for the god-spot, sometimes slots in there when Audemars Piguet isn’t making headlines, especially when Patek’s watches from the ’40s and ’50s break auction records, affirming its prowess, however datedly.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 15 Jan. 2025
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The recovery process will be extremely expensive and emotionally challenging in the months and years to come.John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
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But unfortunately, the ones who did speak up with anything other than enthusiastic support from Mr. Hegseth immediately came under extremely volatile attack from everybody from President Trump down to his MAGA base.Philip Elliott, TIME, 14 Jan. 2025
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More of his alley-oops turn into layups than any other center’s — and he’s become particularly crafty at them.Fred Katz, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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The Welch rule also is particularly counterproductive right now, given where the state finds itself.The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2025
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The film’s description is, at the very least, somewhat interesting.Erik Kain, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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Ironically, Trump’s recent comments have the potential of achieving something very different than their aim by encouraging Greenland’s prime minister, Mute Egede, to propose a referendum in 2025 on full independence.Scott L. Montgomery, The Conversation, 14 Jan. 2025
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What To Know Many Make America Great Again (MAGA) supporters are calling out Coney Barrett specifically for her switch.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 11 Jan. 2025
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In addition, for my comprehensive analysis of how AI is being used specifically in medical and healthcare applications, such as mental health guidance, overall cognitive therapy, and mind-improving care, see the link here.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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The Supreme Court's conservative majority has historically been highly deferential to the government's position on matters of national security, but the justices are also likely to be cautious about a precedent-setting decision that could silence a wildly popular communication tool.Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 10 Jan. 2025
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Fertilizers applied just before a downpour are highly susceptible to runoff, and the nutrients will likely be carried away before benefiting plants.Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 10 Jan. 2025
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That complex is notably the same site some claimed was taken over by armed Venezuelan gang members in September.Jackson Walker, Baltimore Sun, 14 Jan. 2025
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Partisan shifts Philadelphia enters 2025 notably more politically diverse than five years ago.Richardson Dilworth, The Conversation, 14 Jan. 2025
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The Chiefs fell behind by 24 points in the second quarter but incredibly led 28-24 at halftime after Patrick Mahomes threw four touchdown passes in the period.Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2025
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Blackjack isn’t as much fun to watch when everyone plays by the book, and this year is completely off the rails in the most incredibly unpredictable ways.Dalton Ross, EW.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Specially.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specially. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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