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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Recent Examples of specifically
The researchers specifically flagged sleep masks as one of the most actionable changes a person can make.
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Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
But 10 weeks in, negotiations have focused on uranium – specifically its enrichment to weapons-grade levels – and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
Launching Tuesday and following on the heels of M4 Face Cream Rx, M4 Body Treatment Rx is a prescription estriol body treatment designed specifically for menopausal skin.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
In 2018, about 34,000 visitors spent CA$57 million in Yellowknife specifically tied to aurora tourism.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2026
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Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
But 10 weeks in, negotiations have focused on uranium – specifically its enrichment to weapons-grade levels – and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
Launching Tuesday and following on the heels of M4 Face Cream Rx, M4 Body Treatment Rx is a prescription estriol body treatment designed specifically for menopausal skin.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
In 2018, about 34,000 visitors spent CA$57 million in Yellowknife specifically tied to aurora tourism.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specifically
Adverb
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No, especially when no one asked.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
7 May 2026
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The citizens of many other countries, especially in East Asia, are vastly more optimistic about the technology.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
Adverb
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That’s important, because landing fees and terminal charges are a high cost for airlines, particularly at big, busy airports.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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Wagler is particularly intriguing as a big guard who could potentially fit next to Garland in the short term as a backup and in the long term as a shooting guard.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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In the previous hearings, Hegseth notably said the ceasefire paused a 60-day deadline for congressional approval of the war, which is required under the 1973 War Powers Act.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
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Hill extensively customized the spread during his tenure, most notably painting the boxy structure’s formerly all-white exterior a deep shade of charcoal gray.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
12 May 2026
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To meet a growing demand, a new therapy clinic specially designed for kids with autism opened last month in Liberty.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2026
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Another go-to breakfast staple, these waffles are specially designed to go in the toaster.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
1 May 2026
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“Specifically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifically. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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