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as in medications
a substance or preparation used to treat disease
quinine is a specific for malaria
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as in details
a single piece of information
although the speech was long on rhetoric and platitudinous generalities, it lacked specifics
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as in characteristics
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
the two submissions differ only in certain specifics
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Recent Examples of specifics
Emma is a literary editor, though the specifics are awfully vague—a late subplot involving challenges on the job feels particularly superficial—and her love for literature seems to begin and end with that novel in the café.
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Justin Chang, New Yorker, 2 Apr. 2026
None of the projections include specifics about the number of jobs that could be affected by the adoption of the company’s tools.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
During cross-examination, defense attorney Thomas Otake pressed Emile on specifics of the FaceTime call.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Even if voters approve the ballot initiative in early 2027, the specifics would be up to the City Council, according to Franco.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Jazzlyn Johnson, a spokesperson for Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson, confirmed the existence of the agreement on Wednesday, but would not share specifics about it.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026
Vance has since taken care to appear supportive of the president, if less so about the specifics of the war effort.
—Jonathan Lemire, The Atlantic, 1 Apr. 2026
The specifics, however, matter less than the feeling.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 31 Mar. 2026
Even when the crew at LateNighter pressed for specifics the day before SNL UK bowed, Peacock remained mum on the premiere time.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 26 Mar. 2026
Justin Chang, New Yorker, 2 Apr. 2026
None of the projections include specifics about the number of jobs that could be affected by the adoption of the company’s tools.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
During cross-examination, defense attorney Thomas Otake pressed Emile on specifics of the FaceTime call.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Even if voters approve the ballot initiative in early 2027, the specifics would be up to the City Council, according to Franco.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Jazzlyn Johnson, a spokesperson for Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson, confirmed the existence of the agreement on Wednesday, but would not share specifics about it.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026
Vance has since taken care to appear supportive of the president, if less so about the specifics of the war effort.
—Jonathan Lemire, The Atlantic, 1 Apr. 2026
The specifics, however, matter less than the feeling.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 31 Mar. 2026
Even when the crew at LateNighter pressed for specifics the day before SNL UK bowed, Peacock remained mum on the premiere time.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specifics
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The committee substitute aligned the bill with federal requirements, beginning the start of co-pays in October 2028 and reducing them to $5 for all health care services and $1 for prescription medications.—
Keely Doll,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Apr. 2026
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Later that month, Tarrant County deputies searched Laura's home and seized her cell phone, two tablets, two laptops, and medical supplies and medications prescribed to her son.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2026
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The committee will share the information with parents and staff on which campuses would be closed and more details on consolidation amid increasing financial struggles.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Apr. 2026
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No additional details were immediately made available.—
Austin Turner,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2026
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Riboua argued that the Guards’ ideology can be mainly characterized by a pragmatism with hardliner characteristics.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2026
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The interactive Olaf can speak and engage in conversations, and his mannerisms and characteristics are spot on.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2026
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Hospitalizations linked to combined use of kratom and other substances, such as illicit drugs or antidepressants, jumped 1,300% over the 10-year period, from 40 admissions to 549.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
27 Mar. 2026
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The sheriff's office said Woods agreed to take a breathalyzer test which showed no alcohol in his system, but refused to take a urine test, which is used to detect drugs or medication.—
Emily Shapiro,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2026
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This newsroom-wide project brings fast facts as stories unfold — making sure our local officials and institutions are telling the truth, serving our communities well and following through on their promises.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
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In these cases, the government must show that an individual knowingly provided false information or concealed important facts during the naturalization process and that those facts would have affected the decision to grant citizenship to the individual.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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Xbox's most helpful features, such as Quick Resume, will work as expected when games are launched from the card.—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
28 Mar. 2026
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The moon will be roughly the size of a basketball in the view of the astronauts, who will examine its surface for color, lighting, rock types and other features.—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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If listed in inspection reports, remedies implemented during the inspection are noted.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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Similar concoctions have been used as remedies dating back thousands of years, from traditional Chinese medicine to 19th century British medical texts.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
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Clicking into the title will give you even more information, including a blurb about what parents need to know, a breakdown of potential concerns and positive qualities about the book, and reviews from kids.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Many plants are admired for their striking aesthetic qualities, and flowers such as tulips, lilies, sunflowers, and daisies beautify fields, gardens, windowsills, and bouquets the world over.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Specifics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifics. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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