1
as in especially
in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail
specifically, I object to the second point
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2
as in particularly
in the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others
the medical study is focused on women, and specifically older women
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No matter the time of year, our classic Hummingbird Cake is consistently high on the list of recipes people are looking for, but this time of year specifically, there's another cake that takes the top spot.
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2024
Stylish Sunglasses Eyewear, specifically sunglasses, serve as a means of self-expression.
—Sarah Zendejas, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
Some business owners have started stockpiling popular products — specifically tequila, which can be made only in Mexico — and taking other actions to help stave off potential price hikes.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN, 30 Nov. 2024
With this in mind, specifically the two key relief pitchers entering free agency, the Phillies could use a few bullpen arms this offseason.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2024
Stylish Sunglasses Eyewear, specifically sunglasses, serve as a means of self-expression.
—Sarah Zendejas, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
Some business owners have started stockpiling popular products — specifically tequila, which can be made only in Mexico — and taking other actions to help stave off potential price hikes.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN, 30 Nov. 2024
With this in mind, specifically the two key relief pitchers entering free agency, the Phillies could use a few bullpen arms this offseason.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
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This capability gives quantitative research a lot of power, especially in policymaking and marketing.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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Aspects of the special are bound to resonate with people your age, especially jokes about putting off having kids for the sake of your career.Nate Jackson, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
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Patel has proven to be a controversial choice to lead the agency, particularly among those concerned about comments mirroring Trump’s calls for retribution.Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 12 Dec. 2024
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It is renowned for its golden-white color and is particularly noted for its use in ancient Greek architecture and sculpture.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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In the storyline, it was established that Reid and special agent Matt Simmons (played by Daniel Henney, another notably missing cast member) have been away on an assignment.Gil Macias, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
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But not in the U.S., where iPhone still outsells Android and dominates across some key segments of the market—notably the young and those in higher wealth brackets.Zak Doffman, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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In the video, Brayden is overcome with emotion after seeing the cake, gifts and specially requested Spider-Man decor his mom arranged for his celebration.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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High-quality products are specially made to ensure safety and effectiveness.Lydia Kariuki, The Mercury News, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Specifically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifically. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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