1
as in special
of a particular or exact sort
we need a specific type of pen to sign the diplomas
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2
as in explicit
so clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning
specific instructions regarding the interrogation of prisoners
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as in fact
a single piece of information
although the speech was long on rhetoric and platitudinous generalities, it lacked specifics
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as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
the two submissions differ only in certain specifics
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as in drug
a substance or preparation used to treat disease
quinine is a specific for malaria
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Recent Examples of specific
Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2025
Most items follow Amazon’s standard return policy, but always check the product page for specific return windows and conditions.
—Chris Sims, IndyStar, 8 July 2025
Scott Wartman, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025
Team building Throughout the process of scoping out Blue Ghost's mission, deliberations were ongoing and focused on power needs, how long experiments would run, data requirements, baseline minimums and maximums, and other specifics.
—Leonard David, Space.com, 3 July 2025
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Adjective
Neither the accrediting agency nor the university specified which specific financial issues led to the probation.
—Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2025
Most items follow Amazon’s standard return policy, but always check the product page for specific return windows and conditions.
—Chris Sims, IndyStar, 8 July 2025
Noun
Where the stage would be, the red carpet and other specifics have yet to be determined, Calvert said.
—Scott Wartman, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025
Team building Throughout the process of scoping out Blue Ghost's mission, deliberations were ongoing and focused on power needs, how long experiments would run, data requirements, baseline minimums and maximums, and other specifics.
—Leonard David, Space.com, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specific
Adjective
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Explore these and many other sets, along with individual kitchen accessories, during this special, limited-time event.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
8 July 2025
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Seventh seed Andreeva had special guests in the audience – none other than tennis legend and eight-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer and his wife, Mirka.—
Manasi Pathak,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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Family-friendly Offerings Hotel Marina Riviera doesn’t have any explicit family-minded amenities or offerings at the moment, but the baseline amenities are pretty family-friendly.—
Mae Hamilton,
Travel + Leisure,
5 July 2025
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In the push to minimize cigarette smoking, explicit labels were added to cigarettes, pricing increased, aggressive anti-smoking ad campaigns replaced cigarette ad placement, and fewer businesses sold cigarettes.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
3 July 2025
Noun
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Kamut 10 grams per cup cooked Like farro, kamut is a type of wheat; in fact, the term kamut is the ancient Egyptian word for it.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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Although cinchona trees, with bark that produces quinine, began to be cultivated in India in the 19th century, and abroad later, the trees are in fact native to many areas including the Andes.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 July 2025
Noun
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There are nearly 50 species of pine trees native to North America with diverse characteristics and growing preferences.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 July 2025
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That’s why researchers have spent decades trying to use genetics and behavioral characteristics to divide the spectrum into meaningful subtypes.—
Allison Parshall,
Scientific American,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Here’s how the agency and the administration could improve generic drug safety and reduce future shortages: Openly acknowledge the variable quality of our generic drugs.—
Arthur L. Kellermann,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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If your dry mouth is chronic and/or caused by a Sjogren’s or a side effect of radiation, your doctor may write you a prescription for a drug that increases natural saliva production like pilocarpine (Salagen) or cevimeline (Evoxac).—
Amy Marturana Winderl,
SELF,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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To ensure the headphones are easy to wear, ultra-soft and durable ear cups, along with advanced damping materials, tuned venting and precise port adjustments, provide a high level of passive noise isolation.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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No one else is doing this in a scalable, premium and culturally precise way.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
4 July 2025
Adjective
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The video is generally crisp, though the limited frame rate (15 fps) is a definite weakness with moving subjects.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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There are definite reasons to question Rodgers' commitment to the Steelers.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Everything from the bed to the walls to the artwork is sculpted from snow and ice, often with impressive artistic detail.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Although the focus was on practicality, Melissa made sure to incorporate details like trim and casings to foster a depth that was absent before.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
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“Specific.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specific. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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