1
as in especially
in the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others
all of you, but particularly anyone with a problem, should feel free to contact me at any time
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2
as in notably
in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail
she complained particularly about the suggestion that she make a greater effort to consider other viewpoints
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3
as in extremely
to a great degree
a particularly good explanation
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Recent Examples of particularly
This strong alumni network, along with SCAD’s focus on collaboration and experiential learning, is a source of pride for Reeve-Rabb, who’s particularly excited for next year’s awards season.
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Spenser Mestel, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Feb. 2025
At a time of shrinking demand and high costs, rising protectionism globally, particularly in the US, will stifle our exports and damage over £400m worth of the steel sector's contribution to the UK's balance of trade.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
These complications can be serious, particularly for people with weakened immune systems or respiratory problems like asthma.
—Sarah Hudgens, Health, 27 Feb. 2025
Urban and hilly areas are particularly prone to deadly flooding where water levels on small streams and roads can rise several feet in minutes.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2025
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Spenser Mestel, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Feb. 2025
At a time of shrinking demand and high costs, rising protectionism globally, particularly in the US, will stifle our exports and damage over £400m worth of the steel sector's contribution to the UK's balance of trade.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
These complications can be serious, particularly for people with weakened immune systems or respiratory problems like asthma.
—Sarah Hudgens, Health, 27 Feb. 2025
Urban and hilly areas are particularly prone to deadly flooding where water levels on small streams and roads can rise several feet in minutes.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for particularly
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Vancouver hasn’t often been a seller like this during the Rutherford era, and especially with depth contributors like Forbort and Suter, these are the sort of acquisitions that are more like finishing deals for contending teams.—
Thomas Drance,
The Athletic,
5 Mar. 2025
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Needless to say, the thinking of OPEC+ ministers is not transparent, but there is a long history of pundits to ascribing the group’s (especially by the Saudis) as being driven by non-economic, political motivations.—
Michael Lynch,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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Most notably, their co-star, Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh, sobbed throughout the rendition, clearly channeling the millions of misty-eyed viewers at home.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them,
3 Mar. 2025
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However, flying so close to the planet brought a number of challenges, most notably that of atmospheric drag.—
Eric Berger,
Ars Technica,
3 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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In addition to Meyers, there’s already someone extremely famous with a very similar aesthetic: Gwyneth Paltrow.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
3 Mar. 2025
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And in a heartwarming turn of events, Wayans is extremely supportive of his child.—
Abby Monteil,
Them,
3 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Alternatively, users who don't want to do this can export their Skype data—specifically contacts, call history, and chats.—
Samuel Axon,
Ars Technica,
28 Feb. 2025
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The bill instructs the House Energy and Commerce Committee, which oversees Medicaid, to slash $880 billion in mandatory spending—although the bill did not specifically mention Medicaid.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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They have long since been known to be very controlling with video footage from tournament play.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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And these women are still very universal women that are struggling every day, but trying to survive systemic oppression and trying to find the most authentic voices.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
3 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Our Transportation secretary, Sean Duffy, has said that none of these jobs eliminated at FAA were terribly critical to safety.—
Victoria Chamberlin,
Vox,
27 Feb. 2025
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Many of these names will not be terribly familiar to MLP fans, or even some die-hard pro pickleball fans.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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In addition to the scholarship, the students have also been invited to attend the Coca-Cola Scholars Weekend in Atlanta, April 3-6. Canyon Crest Academy is the only school in the country to have three students selected for the honor—and each is incredibly accomplished.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Mar. 2025
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Even if the projection is off by a wide margin, the cost to run a furnace in 2045 is going to be incredibly high compared with a heat pump.—
Ben Roush,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Mar. 2025
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Draft capital beyond that and too much future would be sacrificed.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2025
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Don’t keep plants too close together as good air circulation helps prevent diseases.—
Dawn Pettinelli,
Hartford Courant,
1 Mar. 2025
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“Particularly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/particularly. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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