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as in defines
to give the rules about (something) clearly and exactly
the document specifies precisely how you may use the information it contains
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as in mentions
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
police reports didn't specify the model of car the robbers were driving
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Recent Examples of specifies
The law specifies the restrictions that, if respected, render an expenditure independent.
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Lawrence Lessig, Time, 30 Apr. 2026
The commission also specifies that these tools must be made available free of charge.
—Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 27 Apr. 2026
Senga’s $75 million, five-year contract, which runs through the 2027 season, specifies the pitcher cannot be assigned to the minor leagues without his consent.
—Ronald Blum, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The act specifies Florida Forever as the state’s primary land protection program to build the corridor.
—Susan Carr, Sun Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2026
The draft bill specifies that a property must be 100% owned or operated by a nonprofit that has already operated affordable housing rentals for at least five years.
—Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
Enough for a Summer Outing Dyson specifies that the HushJet Mini Cool can run for up to 6 hours on the lowest fan speed.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
California law specifies timelines during which a special election may be scheduled, with a primary election nine or 10 weeks beforehand.
—Grace Hase, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
According to Crock-Pot’s brand site, the FDA specifies allowable amounts of lead, cadmium, and other substances, and its products meet or exceed those FDA requirements.
—Callie Sumlin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
Lawrence Lessig, Time, 30 Apr. 2026
The commission also specifies that these tools must be made available free of charge.
—Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 27 Apr. 2026
Senga’s $75 million, five-year contract, which runs through the 2027 season, specifies the pitcher cannot be assigned to the minor leagues without his consent.
—Ronald Blum, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The act specifies Florida Forever as the state’s primary land protection program to build the corridor.
—Susan Carr, Sun Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2026
The draft bill specifies that a property must be 100% owned or operated by a nonprofit that has already operated affordable housing rentals for at least five years.
—Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
Enough for a Summer Outing Dyson specifies that the HushJet Mini Cool can run for up to 6 hours on the lowest fan speed.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
California law specifies timelines during which a special election may be scheduled, with a primary election nine or 10 weeks beforehand.
—Grace Hase, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
According to Crock-Pot’s brand site, the FDA specifies allowable amounts of lead, cadmium, and other substances, and its products meet or exceed those FDA requirements.
—Callie Sumlin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specifies
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And what do the fates of these men say about how and through whom the show defines audacity — a word that has two different interpretations and uses?—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
2 June 2026
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The most effective family offices are those that use technology to enhance efficiency, improve transparency, and strengthen collaboration, while still maintaining the personal approach that defines this unique industry.—
Paul Westall,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The footnote in the Bluebook mentions this deduction.—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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Ironically, DirecTV mentions a recent blackout of Scripps stations from Comcast Xfinity that started April 1 this year and lasted over a month.—
Sophie Lindberg,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
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Your monthly MEDVi cost depends on the GLP-1 medication your provider prescribes.—
Nicole Hernandez,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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The Budgetnista—explores the emotional side of money, diagnoses common money stressors, and prescribes practical, judgment-free solutions for budgeting, saving, debt, and wealth-building formulated to support lasting financial health.—
Tiffany Aliche,
SELF,
30 Mar. 2026
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The sitting congressman has been notably absent from Washington for weeks due to what Kean cites as unspecified medical issues.—
Saige Miller,
NPR,
2 June 2026
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The state cites research suggesting young users can become emotionally attached to AI chatbots and argues OpenAI has failed to implement meaningful age-verification measures, parental notification systems or safeguards despite widespread evidence that minors use the service.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
1 June 2026
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The fossil is only made up of a few bones, but the length indicates that the dinosaur was likely a flier, said Steve Brusatte, a professor of paleontology and evolution at Scotland’s University of Edinburgh.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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Vinh suggested that the Broadcom reversal indicates that market expectations have caught up with the chip sector run.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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In the clip, Pete runs up to the glass front door of Pooch Play and Stay and paces in front of the entry until a staffer notices him and lets him in, taking him back to the daycare area.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
2 June 2026
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Her smile in the fantasy is one of relief and clarity, which cuts so hard after watching the dread pile up before Leslie notices her.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
1 June 2026
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Martin notes that the three big rating agencies—first Standard & Poor’s, in 2011, and since then Fitch and Moody’s—have downgraded the federal government from AAA to AA+ in credit quality.—
William Baldwin,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Economist Brad Herschbein notes that hiring managers may view teens as an investment that won't pay off right away.—
Dianna Douglas,
NPR,
6 June 2026
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In his new encyclical, released yesterday, Leo quotes one literary character in the entire 40,000-word document.—
Nate Anderson,
ArsTechnica,
26 May 2026
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Haber always quotes his prices in dollars, even for visitors not from the United States.—
Theia Chatelle,
Sun Sentinel,
26 May 2026
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“Specifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifies. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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