1
as in particularly
in the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others
all employees, but especially the administrative assistants, will need to learn to use the new phone system
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2
as in extremely
to a great degree
that university is especially strong in the sciences
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3
as in notably
in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail
he especially minded the proposed changes to the work schedule
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Recent Examples of especially
Owning it, especially alongside steps to try to make up for systemic injustice, has become a global mark of distinction from the Netherlands to Japan to Australia.
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Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 17 Sep. 2025
With global tensions running high, TIFF audiences appeared especially receptive to films embracing levity and escapism.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 12 Sep. 2025
The 1950s saw the Volkswagen Beetle spread globally, especially swarming roads in the United States during the 1960s.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 12 Sep. 2025
This eclipse season is especially significant for you, as themes of love, creativity and self-expression come into focus.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
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Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 17 Sep. 2025
With global tensions running high, TIFF audiences appeared especially receptive to films embracing levity and escapism.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 12 Sep. 2025
The 1950s saw the Volkswagen Beetle spread globally, especially swarming roads in the United States during the 1960s.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 12 Sep. 2025
This eclipse season is especially significant for you, as themes of love, creativity and self-expression come into focus.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for especially
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The Labour government has attempted to tame resentment by catering to the public’s most prominent complaints, particularly immigration.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Sep. 2025
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Boston had ample scoring opportunities, particularly early in Tuesday’s loss.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
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Or consider the extremely rapid development of vaccines during the recent COVID pandemic.—
Alan Lightman
September 12,
Literary Hub,
12 Sep. 2025
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Kirk has risen in popularity over the years for his extremely polarizing takes, which resulted in a heavy split among reactions to his passing.—
Regina Cho,
VIBE.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Despite his confrontational reputation, Biglari notably avoids media coverage and has not in recent years participated in interviews.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
18 Sep. 2025
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Masino faced intense backlash, notably from Biglari, after the company announced plans to redesign its logo and remodel select restaurants.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
18 Sep. 2025
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For Thanksgiving, specifically, the search engine says low prices are typically available 24 to 59 days before departure, with the lowest prices offered 35 days out.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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An alternative method is to use a degreasing cleaner specifically designed for kitchen appliances.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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The player known as Dan the Man during his playing days remains very active in a lot of different arenas.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Some like to get to the airport very early, with time for a full picnic, while others are dashing in at the last minute while downing a protein bar.—
Jessie Beck,
AFAR Media,
16 Sep. 2025
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His designs were built under license by Bristol for use in British passenger trains, too.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Needing 30-plus yards for a first down in two plays proved too much, and the Texans turned the ball over on downs.—
Jordan Neal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Sep. 2025
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Even raid racers are not terribly excited about that, and apparently even like the previous World’s First team is even going to bother with it.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Set in his native Scotland and lovingly photographed, the film tantalizes even without a terribly original story.—
Stephen Farber,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Sep. 2025
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Despite their incredibly unique look, quaggas were once very common across various grasslands in South Africa.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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From Chincoteague's swimming ponies to Kemp's ridley sea turtle hatchlings on South Padre Island, Texas, witnessing wildlife in its natural state is an incredibly special experience.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Especially.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/especially. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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